Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics, 3rd Edition

Robert B. Giffen

ISBN 10: 0073407755 / ISBN 13: 9780073407753

Published by McGraw Hill, 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics, 3rd Edition
• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0073407755
• ISBN 13: 9780073407753
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This is an introductory text in astronautics. It contains historical background and a discussion of space missions, space environment, orbits, atmospheric entry, spacecraft design, spacecraft subsystems, and space operations. It features section reviews summarizing key concepts, terms, and equations, and is extensively illustrated with many photos, figures, and examples Space law, politics,and economics This is a truly user-friendly, full-color text focused on understanding concepts and practical applications but written in a down-to-earth, engaging manner that painlessly helps you understand complex topics. It is laid out with multi-color highlights for key terms and ideas, reinforced with detailed example problems, and supported by detailed section reviews summarizing key concepts, terms, and equations.

From the Publisher

Inside this new second edition, you'll find:

Space missions

History of space

Orbits and interplanetary trajectories

Atmospheric re-entry

Space system engineering

Spacecraft subsystems

Space operations and support

Economics of space

Satellite communications

Space law, politics,and economics This is a truly user-friendly, full-color text focused on understanding concepts and practical applications but written in a down-to-earth, engaging manner that painlessly helps you understand complex topics. It is laid out with multi-color highlights for key terms and ideas, reinforced with detailed example problems, and supported by detailed section reviews summarizing key concepts, terms, and equations.