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Spacecraft Technology - The early years (Hardcover, New) Loot Price: R2,598
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Spacecraft Technology - The early years (Hardcover, New): Mark Williamson

Spacecraft Technology - The early years (Hardcover, New)

Mark Williamson

Series: History and Management of Technology

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Spacecraft Technology: The early years charts the fascinating story of the early Space Age, encompassing the launch of the first satellites and the landing of men on the Moon. While concentrating on the most significant technology developments, it places them in the context of historical events, specific missions and the individuals that made it all happen. Following a chapter on the pre-history of space exploration and another on the development of rocketry, the book covers the early development of space science satellites, Earth observation satellites, communications satellites, lunar probes and manned space capsules. Three chapters are dedicated to the hardware designed for the Apollo programme and its role in transporting men to the Moon, landing them there and transporting them across the lunar surface. Spacecraft Technology: The early years is aimed at scientists and engineers with an interest in the history of space activity and the general reader who enjoys delving into the background of modern technology.

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Imprint: Institution Of Engineering And Technology
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Series: History and Management of Technology
Release date: February 2006
First published: April 2006
Authors: Mark Williamson
Dimensions: 234 x 156 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 408
Edition: New
ISBN-13: 978-0-86341-553-1
Categories: Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > History of engineering & technology
Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Aircraft: general interest
Books > Professional & Technical > Other technologies > Space science > Astronautics
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LSN: 0-86341-553-9
Barcode: 9780863415531

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