The Dictionary of Space Technology

Angelo Joseph A.

ISBN 10: 0816030731 / ISBN 13: 9780816030736

Edité par Facts On File, Incorporated, 1999

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pp. 487.

N° de réf. du vendeur 181739838

Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: The Dictionary of Space Technology
• Éditeur: Facts On File, Incorporated
• Date de parution: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0816030731
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780816030736
• Reliure: Couverture rigide
• Édition: 2ème Édition
• État de l'article: New

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Synopsis

From the atomic mass number to zulu time, this dictionary presents some 3000 definitions of words, concepts, places, artifacts, and events related to space exploration. Planned future projects and technologies are included. Mathematical equations are included in definitions where pertinent.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Originally published in 1981, the completely revised and updated second edition of the Dictionary of Space Technology illustrates the advances of the last 20 years and makes accessible nearly every word, concept, and event relating to this branch of science. It guides lay persons and professionals alike through humankind's activities in space, the beginnings of our extraterrestrial society, and the increasingly important role of space sciences in everyday life. Defines more than 1,500 terms, including: science basics; historic events; defence and armed forces terminology; and planetary sciences.

Enhanced by more than 175 photographs and drawings, this Dictionary covers the past, the present and the future of space, space flight, and space technology.