The Dictionary of Space Technology

Joseph A. Angelo, Jr.

ISBN 10: 058495011X / ISBN 13: 9780584950113

Published by Frederick Muller, London England, 1982

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Tiny tear to top edge of front of D/J. Foreword by Edward Gibson. This book explains over 1,500 terms of the Space Shuttle Era, describing not only the space transportation system but also those space exploitation activities,such as space stations and space industrialization projects, which form man's major technological pathway into the 21st century. Here is the one source necessary to understand the technology that not only has excited our imaginations, but also is playing an increasingly important part of our lives. This book includes entries on all phases of modern space technology from the Space Shuttle to the search for extra-solar planets, from the Space Operations Center to the Getaway S[ecial. Each entry explains a technique, concept, project, etc., in a direct conversational style that is understandable to the layman and student yet useful to the scientist and engineer. The over 150 illustrations, many from NASA's latest missions, help explain the more technical entries and offer the reader a look at the exciting world of the future. Illustrated. 380 pp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Dictionary of Space Technology
• Publisher: Frederick Muller, London England
• Publication Date: 1982
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 058495011X
• ISBN 13: 9780584950113
• Binding: Cloth & Boards
• Edition: First Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Academic Education Learning Business

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Synopsis

Originally published in 1981, the completely revised & updated Second Edition of the Dictionary of Space Technology illustrates the advances of the last 20 years & makes accessible nearly every word, concept & event relating to this branch of science. It guides lay persons & professionals alike thru humankind's activities in space, the beginnings of our extraterrestrial society & the increasingly important role of space sciences in everyday life. Defines over 1500 terms, science basics; historic events; defence & armed forces terminology; & planetary sciences. Enhanced by more than 175 photographs & drawings, this Dictionary covers the past, the present & the future of space, space flight & space technology.