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Creating the International Space Station

David M. Harland

4.6/5 ( ratings)

As the most obvious man-made object in the night sky, clearly visible to the naked eye, the International Space Station is of interest to almost everyone. Richly illustrated with around 100 figures this is the first book to describe the technical aspects of its design and construction and details of its day-to-day operation. The text relates the orbital assembly on a flight-by-flight basis, listing all the experiments in NASA's laboratory and explains their objectives. By offering a comprehensive mix of operational work, microgravity, science and future plans, it will satisfy both the space enthusiast, eager for a detailed review of the missions, and the specialist wishing to learn more about this science programme.

Language: English

Pages: 395

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Springer

Release: February 06, 2002

ISBN: 1852332026

ISBN 13: 9781852332020

Creating the International Space Station

David M. Harland

4.6/5 ( ratings)

As the most obvious man-made object in the night sky, clearly visible to the naked eye, the International Space Station is of interest to almost everyone. Richly illustrated with around 100 figures this is the first book to describe the technical aspects of its design and construction and details of its day-to-day operation. The text relates the orbital assembly on a flight-by-flight basis, listing all the experiments in NASA's laboratory and explains their objectives. By offering a comprehensive mix of operational work, microgravity, science and future plans, it will satisfy both the space enthusiast, eager for a detailed review of the missions, and the specialist wishing to learn more about this science programme.

Language: English

Pages: 395

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Springer

Release: February 06, 2002

ISBN: 1852332026

ISBN 13: 9781852332020

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