Space science Books
Workman Publishing Co. Inc How to Astronaut: An Insider's Guide to Leaving
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£29.99
HarperCollins The Mission: A True Story
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£29.99
HarperCollins Liftoff: Elon Musk and the Desperate Early Days
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£44.99
HarperCollins Liftoff: Elon Musk and the Desperate Early Days
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£26.24
Browntrout Verlags GmbH Space Faszinierendes Weltall 2026
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Springer International Publishing AG Behavioral Health and Human Interactions in Space
Book SynopsisThis textbook covers the range of psychological and interpersonal issues that can affect astronauts living and working in space. It deals with the three major risk areas cited by NASA’s Behavioral Health and Performance Element: Behavioral Medicine, Team Risk, and Sleep Risk. Based on the author’s more than 50 years of experience in space-related activities writing, conducting research, and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, the book follows a comprehensive range of topics that include: cognitive effects; psychiatric issues; cultural influences; salutogenic and positive aspects of space travel; autonomy and delayed communication; current plans to return to the Moon and Mars; analysis of study environments such as the polar regions, submersible habitats, and space simulation facilities; and more. It draws on research, literature, and case studies from the 1950s onward, showing readers in a natural and accessible way how the field has progressed over time. The book contains ample end-of-chapter summaries and exercises as well as a complete glossary of key terms. As such, it will serve students taking courses in aerospace psychology, psychiatry, sociology, human factors, medicine, and related social sciences, in addition to space industry professionals and others interested in the complexities of people living and working in space.Trade Review“For students of aerospace psychiatry, medicine, and psychology, and for other people working in the aerospace industry or the general public, this work amply reviews the field and provides a broad, rich wealth of information in a scholarly fashion. Dr. Kanas’s book is a cogent, practical textbook that focuses on the most fragile element of human space exploration: the human element. I highly recommend this book … .” (Charles H. Dukes, Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance, Vol. 94 (8), August, 2023)“This book … is really the guidelines or criteria of healthy behavior for human space travel, either non-commercial or commercial. Writing to be a textbook, the contents are considered to be more than rich, sufficient and exhaustive. More importantly, the book guides students and readers from shallow to deep with the in-depth academic theory as basics and the easy understandable features as phenomena. … Throughout the book, there are enormous amount of statistical data, figures … .” (Acta Astronautica, June 1, 2023)Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION (Stressors in Space; Sources of Information: Anecdotes, Simulations and Analogs, Space Missions; Critical Thinking and the Scientific Method; Public vs Private Space Missions; Orientation to Book)SECTION I: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Chapter 1: Sleep, Cognition, and Performance Chapter 2: Psychological Issues Chapter 3: Positive Effects of Space Chapter 4: Psychiatric Issues SECTION II: HUMAN INTERACTIONS Chapter 5: Interpersonal Issues Chapter 6: Teamwork and Cohesion Chapter 7: Culture and Language Chapter 8: Countermeasures for Space Crews SECTION III: THE FUTURE Chapter 9: Space Tourism Chapter 10: Back to the Moon Chapter 11: Mission to Mars Chapter 12: Interplanetary and Interstellar Missions APPENDICES Answers to Exercises and Questions ?? GLOSSARY INDEX
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Nova Science Publishers, Inc. The National Aeronautics and Space Administrations Role in Space Exploration and Development
£88.79
Springer Mars and the Earthlings A Realistic View on Mars Exploration and Settlement
Book SynopsisMars in Short.- Robotic missions to Mars.- Historical and ethical context Past present and imagination.- Legal and international context Law and Disorder.- Perspectives for crewed missions to Mars in orbit exploration and/or short stay.- Mars as a science base toward a small permanent outpost.- Toward permanent settlements on Mars from 1000 to 100000.- Use Mars as a planet B.- Science and fiction What is realistic.
£125.99
The University of Chicago Press Whats Eating the Universe
Trade Review"Lessons in cosmology and astrophysics abound in this enthusiastic primer from physicist Davies. In answering thirty questions, Davies aims to show how 'beautiful and awe-inspiring' the world is. . . . Accessible writing and a breezy appreciation for discovery make this a great introduction for readers new to physics." * Publishers Weekly *"Dark matter, black holes, dark energy: with all this shadowy terminology in play, it’s no wonder when laypeople find cosmology off-putting, so What’s Eating the Universe? illumines the mysteries of quantum physics in a nonthreatening way." * Foreword Reviews *"A whirlwind tour through the vastness of space and the innermost recesses of subatomic matter. . . . A long career in cosmology, astrobiology, and quantum mechanics gives Davies a keen insight into the realities of research. . . . Like the immense void that gapes across the sky in the direction of the constellation Eridanus, a yawning emptiness that some have suggested may be the sign of another universe set to gobble up our own, the mysteries of space are so vast and so strange that we cannot but be amazed." * Wall Street Journal *"Astrophysicist Davies takes a tour of the cosmos’s grand questions and considers, among other things, supermassive black holes." * Publishers Weekly *"From ancient astronomy and Newton's Law of gravity to dark energy, time loops and extraterrestrial life, the distinguished science writer with a 'short, inspiring and highly entertaining' account of the history of the universe, framed through thirty cosmological conundrums." * Bookseller *"Understanding theoretical physics is a daunting task, but cosmologist Davies’s new book What’s Eating the Universe? is here to guide readers through the field. Davies covers general relativity, antimatter, time travel, the multiverse, and just about any other topic he could fit into the book’s two hundred pages. Each chapter is short—less than ten pages—but jargon-free and full of information. Davies uses a conversational tone to draw the reader in as he skims the history, experiments, and significance of each concept. Regardless of the reader’s prior physics knowledge, the book provides an accessible introduction to cosmology." * Physics Today *"A whistle-stop tour of the biggest mysteries that cosmologists are investigating today. . . . The eponymous chapter details an unexpected void-like cold spot that astronomers have found in the constellation of Eridanus. Speculations follow that our universe might be spontaneously engulfed by a collision with another, or by the quantum vacuum decaying to a lower energy level. If you can bear to contemplate such scary prospects, this book is a fun way of making sure you’re all caught up on where cosmology is at today." * Physics World *"This is physicist and renowned author Davies’s specialty—providing interesting and provocative commentary on the most profound questions the universe has to offer. And in his compelling new book, What’s Eating the Universe?, Davies excels in succinctly addressing the big intangibles; the cosmological conundrums that haven’t received as much attention as dark matter, dark energy, what triggered the big bang, and the ultimate fate of the universe." * Forbes *"What's Eating the Universe? gives a concise summary of what we know about the universe, including the Big Bang, inflation, the existence . . . of what we call dark matter and dark energy, the possibility of other universes, black holes and the nature of time—all in around 150 accessible and beautifully written pages that can be read in short, discrete chunks. As a whistle-stop tour, it is breathtaking." * Times Higher Education *“Why is the night sky dark? Where is the center of the Universe? Is time travel possible? How many universes are there? These are some of the thirty questions that Davies tackles in his latest book. Some of the answers are settled by consensus, others are more speculative; all are thought-provoking. The chapters are arranged roughly in chronological order of the observations and theoretical advances to which they relate, making the book an entertaining and accessible whistle-stop tour of (mostly Western) thinking about cosmology.” * Nature Astronomy *"Recommended [for] all readers." * Choice *“Brilliant. You won’t find a clearer, more engaging guide to what we know (or would like to know) about the universe and how it is put together.” -- Bill Bryson“What’s Eating the Universe? is a veritable feast for curious minds. Davies, a polymath and lyrical writer, masterfully tackles all the big questions ranging from why this Universe to the meaning of life and the significance of the present moment—a whirlwind journey through ideas that have shaped our understanding of the cosmos and its constituents.” -- Priyamvada Natarajan, author of "Mapping the Heavens: The Radical Scientific Ideas That Reveal the Cosmos"“A whistle-stop tour of the major questions in contemporary cosmology.” -- Philip Ball, author of "Beyond Weird: Why Everything You Thought You Knew about Quantum Physics Is Different"“Davies gives us a thought-provoking, fascinating, and delightful journey through some of the Big Questions that have perplexed and tantalized scientists throughout history. These are the questions and paradoxes that have stumped and teased history’s greatest minds. What happened before the beginning? What is the meaning of the universe? Are there other universes?” -- Michio Kaku“Davies brings his customary lucidity to a survey of some of the most fascinating and puzzling aspects of our universe, simultaneously educating us about its vertiginous wonders and giving us a real sense of science’s questions as it confronts and explores them and wrestles with their mystery. It is an absorbing and stimulating read, one of the best of its kind.” -- A. C. Grayling“What’s Eating the Universe? is Davies at his very best. He brings a lifetime of experience in explaining mysteries of space and time to offer thought-provoking essays on deep questions in bite-sized, easily digestible chunks. There is no better overview of the advances made by cosmologists in recent decades.” -- John Gribbin“Davies has selected a wonderful potpourri of deep questions with incomplete answers. The result is a delightful, fresh-smelling account of the cutting edge of modern cosmology. He is truly exceptional at explaining all of this in his inimitable style—let’s say ‘astropoetry.’” -- Simon Mitton, University of Cambridge"A lucid, simple, informative, and good-humored primer on the big questions of modern physics and cosmology, which describes not only the triumphs, but the remaining difficulties. Davies at his best!" -- Ian Stewart, author of "Calculating the Cosmos" "Davies’ What’s Eating the Universe? is an accessible and engaging introduction to cosmology that will surely pique the interest of students, scholars, and the general public. Davies’ clear and captivating narrative style brings the reader on a journey through cosmological mysteries, while covering a wide range of topics that go beyond the usual fare of popular science books. . . . Davies’s book is a valuable resource for the philosophy classroom and for those philosophers interested in a brief summary of contemporary physical cosmology." * Metascience *Table of ContentsPreface 1. Journey from the Edge of Time 2. The Search for the Key to the Universe 3. Why is It Dark at Night? 4. The Big Bang 5. Where is the Centre of the Universe? 6. Why the Cosmos is Actually Fairly Simple 7. What is the Speed of Space? 8. What is the Shape of Space? 9. Explaining the Cosmic Big Fix 10. Most of Our Universe is Missing 11. What is Dark Energy? 12. Where Does Matter Come From? 13. Gravity Conquers All 14. Warped Time and Black Holes 15. Is Time Travel Possible? 16. What is the Source of Time’s Puzzling Arrow? 17. The Black Hole Paradox 18. A Theory of Everything? 19. Fossils from the Cosmic Dawn 20. Can the Universe Come from Nothing? 21. How Many Universes Are There? 22. The Goldilocks Enigma 23. What’s Eating the Universe? 24. Is the Universe Actually a Botched Job? 25. Are We Alone? 26. Is ET in Our Backyard? 27. Why Am I Living Now? 28. The Fate of Our Universe 29. Is There a Meaning to It All? 30. What’s New on the Cosmic Horizon? Index
£27.39
Random House USA Inc Our Moon
£15.35
Princeton Architectural Press 50 Things to See in the Sky: (Illustrated Beginner's Guide to Stargazing with Step by Step Instructions and Diagrams, Glow in the Dark Cover)
£16.16
H.W. Wilson Publishing Co. New Frontiers in Space
Book SynopsisThis edition of The Reference Shelf examines the evolving issues of space science and technology, providing periodical articles that provide perspective of America's past, present, and future in the realm of space exploration. Issues examined include the debate over military space development from Star Wars to the Space Force, the future of NASA, and the growth and possible future of the private space tourism industry.
£60.00
£20.00
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Más allá del big bang / Beyond the Big Bang
£23.71
Han Global Trading Pte Ltd Astronomy For Beginners: The Introduction Guide To Space, Cosmos, Galaxies And Celestial Bodies
£999.99
Waterside Productions, Inc. An End to Upside Down Contact: Ufos, Aliens, and Spirits--And Why Their Ongoing Interaction with Human Civilization Matters
£21.90
National Academies Press Forcenet Implementation Strategy
Table of Contents1 Front Matter; 2 Executive Summary; 3 1 Transforming the Navy and Marine Corps into a Network-Centric Force; 4 2 Defining FORCEnet; 5 3 Joint Capability Development and Department of Defense Network-Centric Plans and Intentions; 6 4 Coevolution of FORCEnet Operational Concepts and Materiel; 7 5 FORCEnet Architecture and System Design; 8 6 Science and Technology to Support the FORCEnet Information Infrastructure; 9 7 Implementation Strategy; 10 8 Accounting of the Terms of Reference; 11 Appendix A: Biographies of Committee Members and Staff; 12 Appendix B: Agendas for Committee Meetings; 13 Appendix C: Acronyms and Abbreviations
£42.75
Springer Spacecraft Exploring Outer Planets
Book SynopsisChapter 1: The Planets of the Sun.- Chapter 2: Spacecraft that Explored the Outer Planets.- Chapter 3: Launch Vehicles for Spacecraft to Outer Planets.- Chapter 4: Pioneer 10 & 11 Spacecraft.- Chapter 5: Voyager 1 & 2 Spacecraft.- Chapter 6: Cassini-Huygens Spacecraft.- Chapter 7: Galileo Spacecraft.- Chapter 8: New Horizons Spacecraft.- Chapter 9: Juno Spacecraft.- Chapter 10: Future Missions.
£999.99
National Academies Press Ensuring the Climate Record from the Npoess and GoesR Spacecraft
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National Academies Press NASA Space Technology Roadmaps and Priorities
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National Academies Press Lessons Learned in Decadal Planning in Space Science
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National Academies Press Review of NASAs Evidence Reports on Human Health Risks
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Physics of Satellite Surface Charging
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£84.99
Taylor & Francis Ltd Fundamentals of Astronomy
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£68.99
Taylor & Francis Ltd Cosmological Clues
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£45.99
Taylor & Francis Ltd AgeDating Stars
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Taylor & Francis Ltd AgeDating Stars From the Sun to Distant Galaxies
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Taylor & Francis Ltd General Relativity and its Applications Black Holes Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves
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Taylor & Francis Ltd India in the Second Space Age of Interplanetary Connectivity
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Taylor & Francis Ltd An Overview of General Relativity and SpaceTime
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Physics of the Sun
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Taylor & Francis Ltd India in the Second Space Age of Interplanetary Connectivity
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Nanohertz Gravitational Wave Astronomy
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Taylor & Francis A History of Astronomy Routledge Revivals
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Elsevier Science The Physics of Cosmology
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Taylor & Francis Echoes Among the Stars
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Echoes Among the Stars
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Taylor & Francis An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry
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Taylor & Francis An Introduction to the Spaceport Industry
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University of Arizona Press Bennu 3D
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Rupa Publications India Chandrayaan-3: India on the Moon
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Creative Media Partners, LLC Temperature Of Earth Space
£33.20
Creative Media Partners, LLC Kosmographische Nachrichten und Sammlungen auf das Jahr 1748.
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Hutson Street Press On The Elements Of The Suns Rotation...
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Cambridge University Press Life beyond Earth
Book SynopsisTwo leading astrophysicists provide an engaging account of our quest for habitable environments. Starting from basic concepts, they recount fascinating recent discoveries and provide insight into future space missions. An exciting, informative read for anyone interested in the search for life, and for students in astrobiology, planetary science and astronomy.Trade Review'A thorough tour of the possible abodes of life elsewhere in the cosmos, Life Beyond Earth unifies the study of planets in a way that should be more common but is still rare. Coustenis and Encrenaz provide a clear and engaging exposition of planetary habitability, giving an authoritative picture of the wealth of information that we have on planets and the engaging mysteries that remain unsolved.' Jonathan I. Lunine, Director, Center for Radiophysics and Space Research, Cornell University, and author of Earth: Evolution of a Habitable Planet'A lot is happening in planetary science just now, with in-depth exploration of our solar system underway, and announcements of the discovery and characterisation of new worlds around other stars happening nearly every week. This new book, by two of the world's top planetary astronomers, describes the state-of-play in accessible but authoritative terms, with an exciting focus on the habitability of remote environments and the prospects for finding life beyond Earth.' Fred Taylor, Emeritus Halley Professor of Physics, University of Oxford'A delightful introduction to the wonderful world of astrobiology and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial life! Along with their recognised expertise in planetary science and astrophysics, the authors also exhibit a thorough understanding of the nature of life and of the techniques that are being used to try to detect it. This search will keep us busy for the next few generations.' James Kasting, Pennsylvania State University'There's no scientific question more interesting than whether the life that carpets Earth is some sort of miracle, or merely an unremarkable example of a common, cosmic phenomenon. This book engagingly describes many fascinating missions and discoveries, explaining why today's researchers think there's something alive out there, and how they hope to find it.' Seth Shostak, Senior Astronomer, SETI Institute, USA'… [a] packed primer.' Nature'It's hard to think of a better primer for anyone with an interest in the prospects for life in the universe.' BBC Sky at Night'Thorough and entertaining …' New Scientist'Both eminent researchers in the fields of astrophysics and planetary science (the authors) here train their considerable and passion on the quest for extraterrestrial life.' The Times Higher Education Supplement'Excellent and eye-opening …' Fortean Times'The question of life provides a compelling framework for the discussion. It's also of course one we often get from students and visitors. Can it exist elsewhere in the cosmos? What does contemporary astronomy research say? Encrenaz and Coustenis provide a rigorous though accessible introduction to the biochemical nature of terrestrial life and use this as a lens to examine the rest of the universe. … the authors do a great job of explaining why these results will be so compelling for these overarching questions.' Stephen Case, PlanetarianTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Introduction; 2. What is life and where can it exist?; 3. Terrestrial planets and their diverging evolutions; 4. Searching for habitable sites in the outer Solar System; 5. A revolution in astronomy: the exploration of extrasolar planets; 6. Extraterrestrial inhabited sites in the future; Further reading; References; Index.
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