Encyclopedia Of Earth And Space Science

Encyclopedia of Earth and Space Science

Encyclopedia of Space Science and Technology, 2 Volume Set

The online edition of the Encyclopedia of Space Science and Technology, representing an ambitious collection of the underlying physical principles of rockets, satellites, and space stations. This state-of-the-art reference outlines what astronomers know about the sun, planets, galaxy, and universe as well as the effect of the space environment on human and other biological systems. The Encyclopedia also provides an in-depth summary of the engineering involved in launching a rocket or satellite and the control systems involved on the ground, in orbit, or in deep space. Manufacturing in space from planetary and other resources is also discussed.

Encyclopedia of Space and Astronomy

Presents a comprehensive reference to astronomy and space exploration, with articles on space technology, astronauts, stars, planets, key theories and laws and more.