Space science Books
BookLife Publishing Super Space
Book SynopsisWhat's odd, scary, incredible and wonderful all at the same time? Our universe!Jump in at the deep end and learn all about our universe's super space sights! You won't believe your eyes... or will you?
£8.53
Independently Published UFOs And Aliens: A Simple Guide To Main Alien
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£12.90
Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Space at the Speed of Light: The History of 14
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£15.30
Springer International Publishing AG Space Fostering African Societies: Developing the
Book SynopsisThis peer-reviewed book provides detailed insights into how space and its applications are, and can be used to support the development of the full range and diversity of African societies, as encapsulated in the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Following on from Part 1 to Part 4, which were highly acclaimed by the space community, it focuses on the role of space in supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals in Africa, but covers an even more extensive array of relevant and timely topics addressing all facets of African development. It demonstrates that, while there have been significant achievements in recent years in terms of economic and social development, which have lifted many of Africa’s people out of poverty, there is still a great deal that needs to be done to fulfill the basic needs of Africa's citizens and afford them the dignity they deserve. To this end, space is already being employed in diverse fields of human endeavor to serve Africa’s goals for its future, but there is much room for further incorporation of space systems and data. Providing a comprehensive overview of the role space is playing in helping Africa achieve its developmental aspirations, the book will appeal to both students and professionals in fields such as space studies, international relations, governance, social, rural and technical development.Table of ContentsEvaluating the Nigerian Space Policy vs the African Outer Space Strategy.- Africa’s Impact Cratering History and Meteorite Record: Implications for Planetary and Space Science studies on the Continent.- The Namibian Multi-Wavelength Observatory – Towards Sustained Astronomy in Namibia.- South Africa’s Role in Promoting Development in Africa through its Outer Space Activities.- Use of SAR Imagery for Oil Spill Detection and Mapping in Angola.- Preliminary design of a South African liquid rocket engine testing platform for academic applications.
£125.99
Springer International Publishing AG Japan In Space: Past, Present and Future
Book SynopsisGuided by genius engineer Hideo Itokawa, Japan’s space program began with small scientific satellites more than 50 years ago. Since then, its space probes have travelled to the Moon, Venus, the asteroids and even a comet. The country launched weather satellites to warn of typhoons, communications satellites to connect the Japanese archipelago and remote sensing technology to observe the Earth and warn of climate change. Engineering technology satellites became the basis of Japan’s electronic industry as Japanese astronauts flew into space, working on their Kibo module on the International Space Station.Now, Japan is one of Asia’s leading space powers, alongside China and India, vying for influence in the region. Its solid and liquid-fueled rockets are estimated to be among the most advanced and reliable in the world, its technology among the best. This book examines the history of Japan’s space program, the country’s current state of development and its future. It describes the extensive infrastructure that has gone into the forging of Japan’s picturesque oceanside launch sites, training centers, testing facilities and tracking stations. This book also outlines the politics of space in Japan, financial difficulties, its space industry, the symbiotic relationship with the United States and the recent sharp change-of-course to invest in military satellites.From the role of influential personalities, such as Hideo Shima and Shinichi Nakasuka, to political leaders, such as Yasuhiro Nakasone and Takeo Kawamura, you will read about how Japan has paved its own star-lit path to space. The future may expect to send Japanese probes to Mercury and the moons of Mars, all while the first Japanese astronauts set foot on our own Moon and drive innovative rovers across its surface.Table of ContentsChapter 1 - Origins - the legacy of Hideo Itokawa.- Chapter 2. Space science.- Chapter 3. Technology, society and economy.- Chapter 4. Deep space.- Chapter 5. Human spaceflight.- Chapter 6. Change of direction.- Chapter 7. Infrastructure and organization.- Chapter 8. Future.- Chapter 9. Conclusion: Japan in comparative Asian and global perspective.
£26.59
Taschen GmbH Mailer MoonFire Die legendre Reise der Apollo 11
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£19.00
Springer Verlag, Singapore Introduction to Space Science
Book SynopsisThis book highlights the technological and managerial fundamentals and frontier questions of space science. Space science is a new interdisciplinary and comprehensive subject that takes spacecraft as the main tools to study the planet Earth, the solar-terrestrial space, the solar system, and even the whole universe, to answer significant questions covering the formation and evolution of the solar system and the universe, the origin and evolution of life and the structure of the material. The book introduces major scientific questions in various branches of space science and provides related technological and managerial knowledge. It also discusses the necessity of international cooperation and elaborates on the strategic planning of space science in China. The book can be used as a reference book or textbook for scientists, engineers, college students, and the public participating in space science programs.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Chapter 1: Reasons to conduct research in spaceChapter 2: History of Human Space Exploration Chapter 3: Major frontiers in space science (I)Chapter 4: Major frontiers in space science (II)Chapter 5: Space Systems Engineering and Its SystemsChapter 6: Technical fundamentals (I): orbit, attitude and TT&CChapter 7: Technical fundamentals (II): scientific payloads and its application environment Chapter 8: Technical fundamentals (III): Mission Planning and Operations Chapter 9: Managements (I): Call for Mission Proposals and Its SelectionChapter 10: Managements (II): Mission Development and the Duty of Scientists and EngineersChapter 11: Managements (III): Quality Management and Risk ControlChapter 12: Managements (IV): Full Mission Lifecycle Management and Output EvaluationChapter 13: International CooperationChapter 14: Strategic Planning of Space Science in ChinaChapter 15: Relations of Space science, Space Technology and Space Applications
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc When the Earth Had Two Moons Cannibal Planets Icy
Book SynopsisAn astonishing exploration of planet formation and the origins of life by one of the world’s most innovative planetary geologists.In 1959, the Soviet probe Luna 3 took the first photos of the far side of the moon.Trade Review“Delightful. ... The story swings from the birth of the universe, through the history of astronomy, to the modern understanding of the piece-by-piece building of the planets. ... Makes the solar system an even weirder and more wonderful place than it seemed before.” — Wall Street Journal “A gripping and endlessly fascinating account of how planets formed.” — Alan Stern, planetary scientist and leader of NASA’s New Horizons mission to Pluto "If the planets were born out of material orbiting the Sun, like raindrops condensing from a cloud, why do they differ so much in structure and chemical composition? This detailed book assesses the astronomical and geological evidence on the origin of planetary diversity." — Nature. "Best Science Picks of the week" “When the Earth Had Two Moons is a lyrical exploration of our solar system, introducing not just the facts of its formation and nature but the implications for all of us living on Earth.” — Amy Mainzer, visiting scientist at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and professor of planetary science at the University of Arizona “An enthusiast as well as a fine writer, Asphaug lays it out from the beginning. . . . An expert, entertaining review of what’s known about the solar system.” — Kirkus Reviews “Asphaug draws upon his years of research and expertise to provide the reader with a truly wondrous and surprising exploration of planet formation and the origins of life. A meticulous and expertly presented work of science, When the Earth Had Two Moons is unreservedly and enthusiastically recommended.” — Midwest Book Review “An enthusiastic and erudite guide.” — Publishers Weekly
£20.90
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Beyond
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£23.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Portrait of the Scientist as a Young Woman
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£17.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The New Guys
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£30.00
Penguin Putnam Inc A Man on the Moon
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£20.70
Oxford University Press Inc Dark Skies
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe book is highly recommended to students of global security, international relations, and geopolitics. * Didem Buhari Gulmez, Izmir Katip Celebi University, New Global Studies *Remarkable, mesmerizing book * Stewart M. Patrick *Deudney's research is highly original, empirically rich and driven by (geopolitical) theory.... It finally provides a theoretically-informed account of the possible effects of space expansionism on the security threats facing the Earth and humanity, the nature of the international system and of domestic regimes, and the future of individual and collective freedoms.... The book is highly recommended to students of global security, international relations, and geopolitics. * New Global Studies *It is a big book and Deudney covers a great deal of ground, some of it rather difficult, but he does so with lucid and even frequently engaging prose. His criticisms of the arguments of various schools of space advocacy are fair-minded, and they go deep. They shook many of my long-held convictions about the desirability of an ever-expanding human presence in space....excellent. * The New Atlantis *[A]sustained argument against the militarisation of space and indeed the Promethean excitements of space itself. ...Deudney dismantles the idea that space exploration will lead to a transcendence of the Earth's natural constraints: more likely, he thinks, is total surveillance and an increased risk of 'planetary scope technological catastrophe.' * London Review of Books *Dark Skies: Space Expansionism, Planetary Geopolitics, and the Ends of Humanity [is] a learned, massively documented screed expressing what I think will probably soon become the prevailing view in academic circles * John Wilson, Englewood Review of Books, The Lamp *Dark Skies: Space Expansionism, Planetary Geopolitics, and the Ends of Humanity is a painstakingly researched, historically informed and theoretically sophisticated analysis centered on the disarmingly simple question: Is space colonization desirable? * Byron Williston, Boston Review *Deudney forensically examines the techno-political worldviews on which various kinds of space expansionism rest. He then systematically takes the arguments apart, showing the dreams of space expansionism to be science fiction, military adventurism, and the vanity projects of billionaires. After his tour de force, we are led back to where we began, here on Earth. An essential book that has been a long time coming. * Clive Hamilton, Professor of Public Ethics, Charles Sturt University in Canberra, and author of Defiant Earth *I am a dyed-in-the-wool space cadet of long standing, so I am 'the enemy' as far as Deudney is concerned. Yet, this amazingly well-researched and thoughtful book provides a deeply sobering geopolitical reality check for the space expansionists. It is absolutely important that the expansionist program be challenged by the arguments assembled here, and so far there has been no such challenge, or at least nothing nearly so well-informed and bracing as this. Deudney has fired the opening shot in what could one day become the central debate about how humankind charts its future. A landmark achievement from perhaps the most original thinker writing in international relations today. * Barry Buzan, Emeritus Professor of International Relations, London School of Economics *Earth is the cradle of humanity, but one cannot live in a cradle forever,' wrote the rocketry pioneer Konstantin Tsiolkovsky in 1911. 'If humans are indeed in an infant state, then it also stands to reason that many-if not most-of their visions of the future are essentially infantile as well,' writes Deudney today. His closely reasoned, deeply disturbing, and always fascinating treatise warns humanity to resist dreamy temptations to colonize-and most likely militarize-the solar system and to pursue instead 'space for earth. * Walter A. McDougall, Professor of History, University of Pennsylvania, and Pulitzer-Prize winning author of the Heavens and the Earth: A Political History of the Space Age *Table of ContentsPrologue: MACHINE CIVILIZATION & THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE EARTH Chapter 1. THE PROMISE OF SPACE REVISITED Chapter 2. TOWARD AN ASSESSMENT PART ONE: GEOGRAPHIC & TECHNOLOGICAL HORIZONS Chapter 3. NEW HEAVENS, NEW EARTH Chapter 4. TECHNOLOGICAL IMAGINARIES, FEASIBILITIES, SYNDROMES & CATASTROPHES PART TWO: SPACE EXPANSIONISM & CRITICS Chapter 5. ABSOLUTE WEAPONS, LIGHTNING WARS & ULTIMATE POSITIONS Chapter 6. LIMITLESS FRONTIERS, SPACESHIP EARTHS & HIGHER HUMANITIES Chapter 7. SUPERPOWER RESTRAINTS, PLANETARY SECURITY & EARTH IDENTITY PART THREE: ASSESSMENT Chapter 8. GEOGRAPHY, GEOPOLITICS AND GEO-HISTORY Chapter 9. EARTH SPACE, PLANETARY GEOPOLITICS & WORLD GOVERNMENTS Chapter 10. SOLAR SPACE, ISLAND EARTH & THE ENDS OF HUMANITY Conclusion: SPACE FOR EARTH
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MIT Press Ltd Astroquizzical
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MIT Press Ltd Ten Patterns That Explain the Universe
Book SynopsisHow patterns--from diagrams of spacetime to particle trails revealed by supercolliders--offer clues to the fundamental workings of the physical world.Our universe might appear chaotic, but deep down it's simply a myriad of rules working independently to create patterns of action, force, and consequence. In Ten Patterns That Explain the Universe, Brian Clegg explores the phenomena that make up the very fabric of our world by examining ten essential sequenced systems. From diagrams that show the deep relationships between space and time to the quantum behaviors that rule the way that matter and light interact, Clegg shows how these patterns provide a unique view of the physical world and its fundamental workings.Guiding readers on a tour of our world and the universe beyond, Clegg describes the cosmic microwave background, sometimes called the echo of the big bang, and how it offers clues to the universe's beginnings; the diagrams that illustrate Einstein's reve
£22.95
John Wiley & Sons Inc Radiometric Tracking Techniques for DeepSpace
Book SynopsisPart of a series in junction with NASA which takes communications technology to the farthest reaches of space, this book focuses on an array of technologies and concepts developed to support radio navigation on interplanetary spacecraft.Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Acknowledgments. Chapter 1. Introduction. Chapter 2. Earth-Based Tracking and Navigation Overview. Chapter 3. Range and Doppler Tracking Observables. Chapter 4. VLBI Tracking Observables. Chapter 5. Future Directions in Radiometric Tracking. Glossary. Acronyms.
£156.70
Vintage Espanol Resistencia Endurance
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£15.26
Alfred A. Knopf Black Hole Survival Guide
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£17.00
Princeton University Press Dreams of Other Worlds The Amazing Story of
Book SynopsisDescribes the unmanned space missions that have opened windows on distant worlds. Spanning four decades of dramatic advances in astronomy and planetary science, this book tells the story of eleven iconic exploratory missions and how they have fundamentally transformed our scientific and cultural perspectives on the universe and our place in it.Trade ReviewWinner of the 2013 Eugene E. Emme Award for Astronautical Literature, American Astronautical Society "Dreams of Other Worlds synthesizes that knowledge as it has been derived from unmanned spacecraft in the half-century since NASA was founded in 1958... One of the strengths of Dreams of Other Worlds is its discussion of how the data generated by any given mission continues to produce results long after the mission ends... An account of a magnificent panorama of knowledge."--Konstantin Kakaes, Wall Street Journal "Refreshing... [W]ell-analysed and presented in a scholarly yet engaging way... [F]rom the interior of the Sun to the outer reaches of our Solar System--Impey and Henry are able guides. They explain the scientific imperative of these missions in a way that is accessible and interesting to specialists and generalists."--John Zarnecki, Nature "Although less sexy than manned space travel, satellites, probes and landers have produced a scientific bonanza with more to come. Impey and Henry team up for an enthusiastic account of a dozen programs... The authors' largely uncritical, gee-whiz approach is entirely appropriate since these programs were not only technological marvels, but produced dazzling, quantum-leap discoveries."--Kirkus Reviews "[W]ell-balanced... This richly illustrated work of remarkable scholarship spans the depths of the solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond, revealing how the great leaps forward in astronomy have brought into focus a landscape few could have imagined. The authors present a combination of hard science and edifying narrative that is both informative and entertaining. Recommended for NASA 'nerds' and anyone with even a passing interest in astronomy."--Library Journal "Packed with absorbing insights and written in an accessible voice, this volume translates scientific discoveries into simple, visual terms... Diverse references--ranging from the caves at Lascaux and Pythagoras to Einstein, Carl Sagan, quantum mechanics, and, yes, even Virginia Woolf--enliven and enrich this engaging and beautifully crafted book."--Kristen Rabe, ForeWord Reviews "The book helps provide a bigger picture of the significance of studying the universe with these robotic explorers, be they spacecraft that remain in Earth orbit or, like Voyager 1, head out into the cosmos."--Jeff Foust, Space Review "[A] riveting read... The book is well told, and interweaves its story with wonderful little nuggets."--Katia Moskvitch, BBC Sky at Night "Dreams of Other Worlds is a substantial chronology of the exploration of the solar system objects that humans have wondered about ever since Galileo first pointed his telescope at Jupiter and peered through it. The undertaking spotlights all the struggles and setbacks that ultimately led to a complete mapping of the solar system."--D. Wayne Dworsky, San Francisco Book Review "Noted astronomer Impey has teamed up with English professor Henry to write an interesting book about NASA's unmanned space explorations... People with an interest in space exploration will want to read this fascinating work."--Choice "The achievement of this book is to present robotic spaceflight in intimate relation to the cultural world we all inhabit... Dreams of Other Worlds succeeds in connecting the cultural work of science to everyday dreams and stories."--De Witt Douglas Kilgore, Quest "A fantastic journey throughout the world of space exploration over the last 40 years. Even though at a first glance the well over 400 pages seem overwhelming, within just a few hours you will find yourself desperate for more... A smooth, skillfully written account of the beginning of the extraterrestrial history of humankind, a history that started just a few decades ago."--Read about ScienceTable of Contents1 Introduction 1 2 Viking: Discovering the Red Planet 13 3 MER: The Little Rovers That Could 40 4 Voyager: Grand Tour of the Solar System 74 5 Cassini: Bright Rings and Icy Worlds 111 6 Stardust: Catching a Comet by the Tail 137 7 SOHO: Living with a Restless Star 161 8 Hipparcos: Mapping the Milky Way 186 9 Spitzer: Unveiling the Cool Cosmos 211 10 Chandra: Exploring the Violent Cosmos 242 11 HST: The Universe in Sharp Focus 270 12 WMAP: Mapping the Infant Universe 302 13 Conclusion: New Horizons, New Worlds 327 Notes 343 Selected Bibliography 405 Index 417
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DK Simply Astronomy
Book SynopsisThe simplest guide to astronomy and stargazing!Grasping astronomy has never been easier. Your awe of the night sky will soon turn into knowledge of the constellations, planets and astrological phenomena!Bold graphics and easy-to-understand text make this visual guide the perfect introduction to astronomy and stargazing for those who have little time but a big thirst for knowledge. Inside, you’ll find: • Simple, easy-to-understand graphics that help to explain astronomy, space and the night sky in a clear, visual way. • The latest astronomical information on black holes, gravitational waves, the origin of the universe and the planets of the Solar System. • User-friendly star-charts that guide you through the sky using brighter stars as “signposts” to locate harder-to-see objects. • Essential advice on the
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University Press of Florida Picturing Apollo 11
Book SynopsisProvides an unprecedented photographic history of the space mission that defined an era. Through a wealth of unpublicized and recently discovered images, this book presents new and rarely-seen views of the people, places, and events involved in the pioneering first moon landing of July 20, 1969.Trade ReviewThe perfect launch vehicle for younger generations to vicariously experience the nation’s nervous anticipation prior to Apollo 11’s blastoff, through to the final euphoric roar at seeing Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin kick up moon dust.”—Foreword Reviews
£34.16
Krieger Publishing Company Introduction to Space The Science of Spaceflight
Book SynopsisNASA is again reorganizing its resources to accomplish its fluctuating missions. The fourth edition of Introduction to Space: The Science of Spaceflight has received a major overhaul to bring to you a readable understanding of how these goals may be achieved. It has been updated with the latest information on the science and technology involved.
£64.88
Picador USA Aliens
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Johns Hopkins University Press Why Mars
Book SynopsisMars has captured the human imagination for decades. Since NASA's establishment in 1958, the space agency has looked to Mars as a compelling prize, the one place, beyond the Moon, where robotic and human exploration could converge. This book analyzes the history of the robotic Mars exploration program from its origins to today.Trade ReviewLambright tells a thorough story of NASA's efforts to send a series of increasingly capable spacecraft to Mars. The flyby missions of Mariner 4 and its successors led to the first Mars orbiter, Mariner 9, and then the Viking program of orbiters and landers... The history of NASA's robotic Mars exploration program, as recounted in Why Mars, can provide lessons learned and guidance for its future. -- Jeff Foust The Space Review Henry Lambright has put together a tour-de-force of just how rocky has been the NASA road to Mars... Why Mars is an important addition to the literature. -- David Baker Spaceflight Author W. Henry Lambright has written an absorbing and detailed look at the long trail of robotic Mars exploration program from its origins to today. This is an excellent review of the politics and policies behind NASA's multi-decade quest at exploring the Red Planet, the roles of key individuals and institutions, including a look at triumphs and defeats in reaching Mars. -- Leonard David The Coalition for Space Exploration The reading is very compelling, and Lambright makes the topic come to life, particularly in the way he discusses key NASA officials and scientists... A useful resource for those interested in the history of the space program and in public policy regarding large-scale science projects. ChoiceTable of ContentsPrefaceIntroduction1. The Call of Mars2. Beginning the Quest3. Leaping Forward4. Searching for Life5. Struggling to Restart6. Moving Up the Agenda7. Prioritizing Mars8. Accelerating Mars Sample Return9. Overreaching, Rethinking10. Adopting "Follow the Water"11. Implementing amidst Conflict12. Attempting Alliance13. Landing on Mars and Looking AheadConclusionNotesIndex
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Barcharts, Inc Earth Quick Study Academic
Book SynopsisOur planet has inspired a sense of awe since the dawn of humankind, and scientists are learning more about it every day. Even if you're not a scientist, pick up the new Earth QuickStudy® guide and get your research started. This guide is packed with interesting facts and explanations, from Earth's location in space to its inner core, and written with a perfect balance of science, real-world examples, and fun facts.
£999.99
National Geographic Society Mission to Mars
Book SynopsisArgues passionately and articulately for continuing to push the boundaries of our knowledge of the universe and, specifically, for focussing assets, intellect, and policy toward sending humans to the planet Mars by the year 2032.Trade Review"Colonizing space is essential for the long term survival of the human race, and Buzz Aldrin's book shows us how." —Stephen Hawking "Buzz Aldrin has been as far from Earth as any human being, and now he's leading the charge to go much farther, to our next epic destination: Mars." —James Cameron “Any time an Apollo-era astronaut steps forward with ideas for our future in space, it’s time to stop what whatever we’re doing and pay attention. Buzz Aldrin, one of the first moonwalkers, has no shortage of these ideas. And in Mission to Mars he treats us to how, when, and why we should travel there.” —Neil deGrasse Tyson “Buzz is one of the foremost forward thinkers of our time and this book will be essential reading for those who care about humanity’s future in space.” —Richard Branson “Although the lunar landing is decades behind him, Dr. Aldrin is just plain passionate about humankind’s exploration of space. An extraordinary pilot, scuba diver, moonwalker, and the first man to board a spacecraft on its way back to Earth, he advises us to keep going— farther and deeper into space. Page by page, this book makes you want to slide into your space suit and light your engines.” —Bill Nye, The Science Guy®“A masterful array of strategies for exploration by a true space expert and patriot.” —Michael Collins, astronaut and command module pilot, Apollo 11 "Aldrin calls for systematic investment to establish a cycle of transportation and sustained, permanent settlements on the Red Planet." --NPR "Talk of the Nation" “Mission to Mars is pure Buzz: creative ideas flying off the pages, a big picture view of how to move forward, and a laser-like focus on why space exploration is key to humanity's future. Buzz Aldrin has been making major contributions to the U.S. space program for a half century, and his new book continues that tradition.” —John M. Logsdon, founder of the Space Policy Institute and professor emeritus, The George Washington University “I’ve traveled to the North Pole with Buzz, and if I were to travel to Mars I can’t think of a better person to plan the trip than he. Sign me up!” —Norm Augustine, Chairman, U.S. Human Spaceflight Review Committee “Buzz Aldrin’s Mission to Mars presents a bold, inviting plan to colonize Mars. His call that the ‘Earth isn’t the only world for us anymore’ is incontrovertible.” —Roger D. Launius, Senior Curator, Division of Space History, National Air and Space Museum“No one's given more thought to Mars exploration than Buzz Aldrin— a hero whose legacy as one of the first men on the moon may well be eclipsed by his contributions to engineering our future in space." —Elliot Holokauahi Pulham, CEO, The Space Foundation"Mission to Mars is a white paper for getting us back on track, complete with math, science, and diagrams—though Aldrin and his coauthor put it all together with clear and quick-moving prose." --The Weekly Standard“There are places to go beyond belief, and this book is the call to get there.” —Chris Lewicki, President & Chief Asteroid Miner, Planetary Resources"Aldrin’s hand-drawn diagrams throughout the book offer a uniquely human glimpse at what must be going through an astronaut’s mind as he looks up at the night sky." --Washington Post"A blend of reminisces, snippets of mission and policy concepts, and revisited analyses of the space landscape to-date." —Space Safety Magazine“A detailed, multi-stage plan for journeying to the red planet that would culminate in the first permanent human settlement beyond the Earth.” --Smithsonian Magazine"Aldrin wants to inspire the next generation." -- International Business Times "A critique of current space policy, examining the economic, political and technological viability of various options to explore the solar system." --ZeeNews.com "While the title focuses on Mars, the book covers much more...What Aldrin calls his "unified vision" could provide a timeline of crewed missions to Mars between 2035-2040." --Universe.com "Aldrin's new book [charts] a course that could put astronauts on the surface of Mars by 2035." --MSNBC"[Aldrin] believes the time has come to broaden our horizons- and rediscover once again the spirit of exploration." --BeforeItsNews.com"Aldrin outlines his vision for the permanent human settlement of Mars." --EuroNews.com
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Simon & Schuster/ Ted How Well Live on Mars
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Andrews McMeel Publishing Space Is Cool as F*ck
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£17.99
Smithsonian Books We Have Capture: Tom Stafford and the Space Race
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Smithsonian Books Space Stations: The Art, Science, and Reality of
Book SynopsisA rich visual history of real and fictional space stations, illustrating pop culture's influence on the development of actual space stations and vice versaSpace stations represent both the summit of space technology and, possibly, the future of humanity beyond Earth. Space Stations: The Art, Science, and Reality of Working in Space takes the reader deep into the heart of past, present, and future space stations, both real ones and those dreamed up in popular culture. This lavishly illustrated book explains the development of space stations from the earliest fictional visions through historical and current programs--including Skylab, Mir, and the International Space Station--and on to the dawning possibilities of large-scale space colonization. Engrossing narrative and striking images explore not only the spacecraft themselves but also how humans experience life aboard them, addressing everything from the development of efficient meal preparation methods to experiments in space-based botany. The book examines cutting-edge developments in government and commercial space stations, including NASA's Deep Space Habitats, the Russian Orbital Technologies Commercial Space Station, and China's Tiangong program. Throughout, Space Stations also charts the fascinating depiction of space stations in popular culture, whether in the form of children's toys, comic-book spacecraft, settings in science-fiction novels, or the backdrop to TV series and Hollywood movies. Space Stations is a beautiful and captivating history of the idea and the reality of the space station from the nineteenth century to the present day.
£31.46
Smithsonian Books How to Live in Space: Everything You Need to Know
Book SynopsisAn amusing and informative illustrated guide to life beyond our own planet that covers everything from training for and living in space to the future of space travel and tourismNow that suborbital space tourism is predicted to become a billion-dollar industry in the next ten years and NASA has announced its plans for landing humans on Mars in the 2030s, the dream of traveling and living in space is taking on new reality. But given that life on Earth can be complicated enough, how can we survive and thrive in the zero-gravity, absolute-zero far reaches of space? Look no further: How to Live in Space is chock-full of all the essential information you need to equip yourself for life beyond our blue planet.Grounded in space science, planetary biology, and rocket science, this accessible guide propels readers through takeoff, life in orbit, terraforming, and the long-term effects of space on the human body. Infographics and full-color illustrations help How to Live in Space to answer your burning questions, including: How do you sleep in microgravity? How do you grow food without water? Will your muscles waste away out there? How do you protect yourself from radiation? This is a light-hearted yet informative guide to a life far from terra firma.
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Smithsonian Books Envisioning Exoplanets: Searching for Life in the
Book SynopsisCome along for the captivating hunt for planets like our ownEnvisioning Exoplanets traces the journey of astronomers and researchers on their quest to explore the universe for a planet like Earth. Exoplanets--worlds beyond our solar system--were once dismissed as science fiction. But now, with more than 4,000 confirmed exoplanets, countless possibilities exist for what remains to be uncovered in the universe. This book follows the exhilarating progression of exoplanet research from its earliest stages operating on the fringes of scientific research to the newest developments of renowned agencies around the world searching for planets capable of hosting life. Featuring provocative questions about the universe and more than 200 remarkable illustrations from Michael Caroll, Ron Miller, and other key members of the International Association of Astronomical Artists, Envisioning Exoplanets is an intergalactic visual voyage.
£29.71
PublicAffairs Escape from Earth: A Secret History of the Space
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Prometheus Books Curiosity: An Inside Look at the Mars Rover
Book SynopsisThe story of the people who designed, built, launched, landed, and are now operating the Mars rover Curiosity Award-winning science writer Rod Pyle provides a behind-the-scenes look into the recent space mission to Mars of Curiosity--the unmanned rover that is now providing researchers with unprecedented information about the red planet. Pyle follows the team of dedicated scientists whose job it is to explore new vistas on Mars. Readers will also join Curiosity, the most advanced machine ever sent to another planet, on its journey of discovery. Drawing on his contacts at NASA and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the author provides stunning insights into how this enthusiastic team of diverse individuals uses a revolutionary onboard laboratory of chemistry, geology, and physics instruments to unravel the profound secrets of the Red Planet. Readers will meet: Robert Manning, chief engineer for every rover mission since Pathfinder; John Grotzinger, the chief scientist of the entire mission; Vandi Tompkins, the software designer who keeps the rover on track; Bobak Ferdowsi, famed "Mohawk Guy" from Mission Control; Adam Steltzner, the Elvis-like Entry, Descent and Landing Lead; Al Chen, chief of flight dynamics and the voice of JPL during Curiosity's treacherous landing; and many others. And of course, Pyle describes the adventures of the Curiosity rover itself, from landing through the first samples, drilling, and discovering a habitable past on the planet, to reaching the ultimate target: Mount Sharp, in the center of Gale Crater. America is once again at the forefront of a new space age and Curiosity is just the beginning of many exciting new discoveries to come.
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Page Street Publishing Co. Eight Years to the Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission
Book SynopsisJuly 16, 2019 will be the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, celebrating an incredible decade in science history. In Eight Years to the Moon, unique personal stories of NASA engineers and MIT computer experts are interwoven with Nancy’s gripping style to tell the story of Apollo 11 in a fresh and riveting way. Despite incredible hurdles and catastrophes, the employees of NASA made the impossible possible - creating new technology and completely reimagining space travel. Nancy begins in 1962 - when NASA had to build the Manned Spacecraft Center and space exploration first became a priority - and spans to the successful Apollo 11 mission. With firsthand accounts from Henry Pohl (director of engineering at Johnson Space Center), Glynn Lunney (Apollo flight director), and Frank Hughes (lead test engineer for the Apollo command and lunar module simulators), it’s easy to get wrapped up in the excitement of what it was like. In the words of Henry Pohl when he saw his first rocket test launch, “When that thing lit off I had never seen such power in my life…I decided right then and there that’s what I wanted to be part of…” And he was far from alone. Filled with stories from those involved and interviews with other Apollo experts, this is a book that will delight anyone who has ever looked up at the moon and wondered how we got there. This book will have 125 full-colour photographs.
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Page Street Publishing Co. Urban Legends from Space: The Biggest Myths About
Book SynopsisWhether or not you’re into sci-fi or SpaceX, you’ve probably called a meteor a “falling star” and think astronauts float around in space stations because there’s no gravity. Bob King, author of Wonders of the Night Sky and writer for Sky & Telescope magazine, explains the truth behind myths of navigation and landmarks, celestial bodies and government conspiracies. Compasses don’t always point north; the sun isn’t yellow and Galileo didn’t invent the telescope. King explains why some people believed they found Bigfoot on Mars and many other myths - and provides us with concrete evidence to put those misconceptions to bed. No matter what you think you know, there’s something new King can teach you about our universe.
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Chicago Review Press The Last American Hero: The Remarkable Life of
Book SynopsisOn February 20, 1962, John Glenn became a national star. That morning at Cape Canaveral, the small-town boy from Ohio took his place atop a rocket and soared into space. He became celebrated in all corners of the world as not just the first American to orbit the Earth, but as the first space traveler to take the human race with him. Refusing to let that dramatic day define his life, he went on to become a four-term US senator—and returned to space at the age of seventy-seven. The Last American Hero is a stunning examination of the layers that formed the man: a hero of the Cold War, a two-time astronaut, a veteran senator, a devoted husband and father, and much more. At a time when an increasingly cynical world needs heroes, John Glenn’s aura burns brightly in American memory.Trade Review"Alice George's superbly written biography provides a fair, accurate, and insightful account of all John Glenn's careersas Marine pilot, astronaut, politician, and American hero." Michael J. Neufeld, curator at the National Air and Space Museum and author of Von Braun: Dreamer of Space, Engineer of War"John H. Glenn Jr.United States Marine, combat pilot, Mercury and shuttle astronaut, US senator from Ohioa 'Greatest Generation' American and hero." Rudy deLeon, former Deputy Secretary of Defense"Today, it seems, we cherish our cinema superheroes, forgetting that people like John Glenn used to walk among usand probably still do." Neil deGrasse Tyson, Astrophysicist American Museum of Natural History, Author of Space Chronicles: Facing the Ultimate Frontier"Alice George has the 'Right Stuff' to tell the amazing tale of this extraordinary fighter pilot, astronaut, and US senator." Ron Grimes, John Glenn's Senate Legislative Director"A well-informed biography that presents its subject in a golden light." Kirkus Reviews" Time's "Colonel Wonderful" receives a new biographical treatment in The Last American Hero , which positions him as an adventurer, a statesman, and a role model." Foreword Reviews"George ( Awaiting Armageddon , 2006) scrupulously details Glenn's transformation from his Ohio farm upbringing." Booklist
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Republic Book Publishers Winning Space: How America Remains a Superpower
Book SynopsisWhen President Donald J. Trump announced the creation of America's sixth branch of the military, the United States Space Force, many in Washington scoffed. But, U.S. rivals in China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea took notice. Since the end of the Cold War, these American foes have chafed under the full-spectrum dominance that the American superpower has enjoyed globally. They have identified space as a key strategic domain where they can challenge--and possibly defeat--the United States military. And, depriving the U.S. military and/or its economy of access to space during an international crisis could spell doom for the United States in other strategic domains (land, sea, air, and cyberspace). After all, space is critical for America's vaunted information dominance. Satellites overhead are the backbone of America's global military. Remove them from orbit and U.S. forces worldwide are rendered deaf, dumb, and blind. What's more, space is a more than $1 trillion economy just waiting to be developed. Whichever country gets there first will have considerable economic and geopolitical power on Earth. Despite President Trump's creation of the Space Force, Swamp Dwellers in Washington continue resisting his reforms to U.S. space and technology policy. Winning Space tracks the increasing competition the United States is facing in the technology sector and depicts how the United States has been engaged in a Second Space Race--and how it has been losing. Author Brandon Weichert warns how the United States is at risk for a Pearl Harbor-type event in space. Weichert advocates for the full embrace of Trump's reforms for America's flailing space policy, while also calling for a minimum $1 trillion investment in advanced research and development here in the United States, to stay ahead of America's advancing foes. Contrary to what many Americans may think, the United States has been declining in space and the high-technology development sector. Should it lose its dominance in these areas, it will surely lose its superpower status. The next decade presents U.S. policymakers one last chance to preserve the superpower status that America fought two world wars and the Cold War to build. Time is not on our side. We are on notice, but we have not noticed.Trade Review"To answer the geostrategic challenges of the 21st century from China and elsewhere, we need a fully independent and fully funded Department of the Space Force. President Trump, who understands the importance of controlling the commanding heights of space, has taken the lead in this effort." Steve Mosher, author of Bully of Asia: Why China's Dream is the New Threat to World Order" Winning Space elevates Weichert to guru status on space dominance. Read this book and decide where you stand on this far-reaching controversial movement." Brian G. Chow, Independent Policy Analyst" Winning Space: How America Remains a Superpower' will make you think very differently about who and what is flying overhead at any given moment. The domain of Space is critical to our way of life in the 21st Century because we are heavily dependent on the technology and utilization of this environment." Dr. James Rice, Senior Scientist, Planetary Science Institute"There are many good books published each year, but few truly important ones. This book is truly important. If America fails to heed this warning, it will no longer be the world's superpower. And that will be a calamity not just for America, but for mankind and the cause of freedom on Earth." Dennis Prager, host of The Dennis Prager Show"When I need to know about 'the ultimate strategic high ground,' I call Brandon Weichert. In Winning Space, he makes the case we are vulnerable in that critical domain and must race to catch up with those who mean us harm. God help us if we do not listen to him." Gordon G. Chang, author, The Coming Collapse of China"This work encourages all Americans to support the goals enumerated in Mr Weichert's book by successfully going forward into staying number one in all National Security war fighting domains, space included." Ed Timperlake , Defense.info"Weichert has done the countryand freedoman enormous service by writing this timely, vital, cogent, and compelling book that warns of a gathering danger we ignore at our peril. Every single member of Congress and the executive branch should read Winning Space immediately." Robert G. Kaufman , Sure Dockson Chair, Pepperdine School of Public Policy"Read this book to find out about China's forthcoming space-based laser weapon, as well as how, notwithstanding the establishment of a U.S Space Force, the Pentagon refuses to consider placing American weapons in orbit. This book performs a vital national service." Angelo Codevilla, Professor Emeritus of International Relations at Boston University
£22.91
Clanrye International Space Transportation System: Innovative
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Make Community, LLC Make: Volume 86
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Amherst Media Earth: A Visual Tour of Our Amazing Planet feat
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Chronicle Books Spacecraft and Rockets
Book SynopsisDiscover the remarkable NASA spacecraft that have captured our imaginations for decades.The rockets, rovers, satellites, and space stations that have charted courses into space are depicted in beautiful color images and paired with engaging annotations. Complete with a preface by Bill Nye, this collection perfectly captures the wonder and science of space exploration. From the earliest Saturn and Gemini missions through the modern-day Artemis and HALO ships, these extraordinary spacecraft will fascinate anyone intrigued by science, history, and the mysteries of the beyond. CELEBRATE INNOVATION: Spacecraft and Rockets features fascinating images accompanied by expert explanations of the history and science of space exploration. This book is a unique celebration of the technological advances that have taught us so much about the universe and our place amongst the stars. NASA-APPROVED S
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Design Museum Moving to Mars: Design for the Red Planet
Book SynopsisArrive. Survive. Thrive.Getting humans to Mars has become one of the great challenges of our time. Mars holds the potential of human settlement, and the promise of life after Earth. Some of the world’s greatest entrepreneurs, architects and engineers are dedicated to conquering this next frontier.Moving to Mars: Design for the Red Planet is one of the first books to focus on the crucial role that design will play in this collective endeavour. From the capsules that will need to keep passengers in harmony during their nine-month journey, to the habitats that they will live in, to the terraforming of the landscape to make it life-sustaining, every detail needs to be designed. This task is falling to the traditional space agencies such as NASA, and to private entrepreneurs such as Elon Musk and Richard Branson, and to architects such as Norman Foster. As well as technical and practical solutions, this book will examine how design and design thinkers are approaching our move to Mars in unexpected ways. With striking, rarely-seen imagery and a unique design-led focus, this book will appeal to ‘space junkies’ and design enthusiasts alike.
£24.95
Aerospace Press Spacecraft Thermal Control Handbook: Fundamental
Book SynopsisThis new edition of the classic Satellite Thermal Control Handbook, is a thorough, technical survey of the various technologies used to achieve thermal control of all types of spacecraft, as well as the design and analysis methods used by thermal engineers. Features: Spacecraft Systems Overview; Spacecraft Thermal Environments; Thermal Design Examples; Thermal Surface Finishes; Insulation; Radiators; Heaters; Mounting and Interfaces; Louvers; Heat Switches; Phase Change Materials; Pumped Fluid Loops; Thermoelectric Coolers; Heat Pipes; Thermal Design Analysis; Thermal Contact Resistance; Precision Temperature Control; Space Shuttle Integration; Thermal Testing; Future Technologies
£77.40
ATF Press Australia in Space: A History of a Nation's
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ATF Press Access to Space in the Southern Hemisphere
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£37.00
ATF Press Access to Space in the Southern Hemisphere
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ATF Press Ethics Handbook for the Space Odyssey
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