The Science of Spacecraft: The Cosmic Truth About Rockets, Satellites, and Probes (The Science of Engineering)

Woolf, Alex

ISBN 10: 0531133974 / ISBN 13: 9780531133972

Published by Franklin Watts, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Science of Spacecraft: The Cosmic Truth About Rockets, Satellites, and Probes (The Science of Engineering)
• Publisher: Franklin Watts
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0531133974
• ISBN 13: 9780531133972
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Myer, Ed; Beach, Bryan
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Explore the many different kinds of spacecraft in use today.

The Science of Engineering series feature different forms of architecture and transport engineering. Features include funny and interesting illustrations; real-world science examples; side panels to tackle complex subject matter in a fun and relevant way; detailed glossary and more.This fascinating guide explores the many different kinds of spacecraft in use today, from the artificial satellites that orbit Earth to the probes that explore the furthest reaches of our solar system. It covers how they are built, how they navigate and communicate, and what operations they perform as they travel through their airless environment.

About the Authors

Alex Woolf studied history at Essex University, England. He is the author of many books for children on science topics, including titles in the bestselling You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without series.

Bryan Beach lives and works in Bountiful, Utah, with his artist wife, Pamela, their one son and five daughters. Bryan earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Utah State University in 2001 and has always loved to draw and paint.