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Hardback. Series: Contemporary Asia in the World. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; JPS; KNGV; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 23. Weight in Grams: 514. National Motivations, Regional Rivalries, and International Risks. Series: Contemporary Asia in the World. 288 pages. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1F; JPS; KNGV; TTD. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 23. Weight: 514.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231156882
ISBN
9780231156882
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.16
€ 41.17

Hardback. The History, Science, and Future of Human Space Exploration. 336 pages, 20 figures. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: TTDS. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 25. Weight: 570.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231162425
ISBN
9780231162425
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.73
€ 70.74

Hardcover. JPL spacecraft antennas-from the first Explorer satellite in 1958 to current R & D Spaceborne Antennas for Planetary Exploration covers the development of Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) spacecraft antennas, beginning with the first Explorer satellite in 1958 through current research and development activities aimed at future missions. Editor(s): Imbriale, William A. Series Editor(s): Yuen, Joseph H. Series: JPL Deep-Space Communications and Navigation Series. Num Pages: 592 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJ; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 32. Weight in Grams: 934.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
592
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470051504
ISBN
9780470051504
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 264.19

Hardcover. This book treats the design and development of algorithms that allow successful autonomous operation of a software-defined radio (SDR) system. Unlike a software radio that is simply reconfigurable, this book treats the problem of autonomously reconfiguring a radio to receive whatever type of signal happens to come in. Editor(s): Hamkins, Jon; Simon, Marvin K. Series Editor(s): Yuen, Joseph H. Series: JPL Deep-Space Communications and Navigation Series. Num Pages: 436 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJKR; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 161 x 26. Weight in Grams: 766.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
436
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470082126
ISBN
9780470082126
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 245.16

Hardcover. Offers a comprehensive review of the many aspects and intricacies of sensors used in the spacecraft industry. This work covers sensor development from concept, design, and cost, to building, testing, interfacing, integrating, and on orbit operation. It also includes the Matlab codes that are used to create the example plots. Num Pages: 338 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJF; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 164 x 23. Weight in Grams: 614.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
338
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470865279
ISBN
9780470865279
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.88

Hardcover. The first comprehensive reference on the design, analysis, and application of space vehicle mechanisms Space Vehicle Mechanisms: Elements of Successful Design brings together accumulated industry experience in the design, analysis, and application of the mechanical systems used during space flight. Editor(s): Conley, Peter L. Num Pages: 816 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1290.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
816
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471121411
ISBN
9780471121411
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 242.70

Hardcover. A lively study of orbital mechanics by the writer responsible for the computer simulations and systems analysis for the Saturn V moon rocket, Project Skylab and many others. Provides thorough coverage of all background theories, including unusual concepts and paradoxes that will enhance appreciation of this field. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: PHV; TGB; TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 264 x 187 x 23. Weight in Grams: 722.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471146360
ISBN
9780471146360
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 172.66

Paperback. T.A. Heppenheimer's acclaimed chronicle of rockets, politics, and the pioneers who dared to reach beyond humanity's limits. "The most comprehensive, up-to-date, and best written history of space flight there is. "-The Times (London) "A lively account of the development of space activities in the U.S. and the Soviet Union.. Num Pages: 420 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PDX; TBX; TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 23. Weight in Grams: 600.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471291053
ISBN
9780471291053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 23.42

Hardcover. Formulation for Observed and Computed Values of Deep Space Network Data Types for Navigation documents the formation of the Regres of the Orbit Determination Program (ODP) of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). Program Regres calculates the computed values of observed quantities (e.g. Series: JPL Deep-Space Communications and Navigation Series. Num Pages: 576 pages, references. BIC Classification: PGC; PGG; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 171 x 37. Weight in Grams: 980.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
576
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471445357
ISBN
9780471445357
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 300.46

Hardback. Discusses some techniques used to obtain numerical solutions of the equations of motion for planets and satellites. This book also introduces the two-body problem and solves it by developing six integrals of the motion, starting from Newton's three laws of motion and his law of gravitation and then using vector algebra to develop the integrals. Num Pages: 264 pages, 10 tables, 50 halftones. BIC Classification: PHVB; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691044590
ISBN
9780691044590
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.94
€ 103.68

Paperback. The breakup of the Space Shuttle Columbia as it reentered Earth's atmosphere on February 1, 2003, reminded the public - and NASA - of the grave risks posed to spacecraft by everything from insulating foam to space debris. This title presents an account of environmental effects that can damage or cause poor performance of orbiting spacecraft. Num Pages: 248 pages, 89 figs. 24 tables. BIC Classification: PHVB; TQ; TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 157 x 233 x 15. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
Rev Exp
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691102993
ISBN
9780691102993
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.14
€ 62.30

Hardback.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691139838
ISBN
9780691139838
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 24.27

Hardback. Explains the global physical and chemical processes that determine climate on any planet or major planetary satellite - from Mercury to Neptune and even large moons such as Saturn's Titan. Series: Princeton Primers in Climate. Num Pages: 288 pages, 21 halftones. 15 line illus. 4 tables. BIC Classification: RBP; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 23. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691145044
ISBN
9780691145044
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 90.41
€ 69.04

Hardback. Describes 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. Num Pages: 464 pages, 24 color illus. 41 halftones. 13 line illus. BIC Classification: PDZ; PG; TTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 158 x 33. Weight in Grams: 936.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
1st
Number of pages
472
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691147536
ISBN
9780691147536
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.58

Paperback. space program and the rise of the women's movement in America. Series: Gender Relations in the American Experience. Num Pages: 256 pages, 10, 10 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; TTDS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801883941
ISBN
9780801883941
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.56

Paperback. To begin to understand this apparent contradiction in terms, we must first understand the exacting nature of space technologies and the concerns of those who create them." Series: New Series in NASA History. Num Pages: 312 pages, 26, 6 black & white halftones, 20 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: TTDS; UKR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801885426
ISBN
9780801885426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.62

Hardback. Tells the enthralling yet little-known story of the hypersonic X-15, the winged rocket ship that opened the way into human-controlled spaceflight Series: Outward Odyssey: A People's History of Spaceflight Series. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: PDX; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 165 x 228 x 38. Weight in Grams: 856.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press
Edition
0th edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803228405
ISBN
9780803228405
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.46

Paperback. Although the dream of flying is as old as the human imagination, the notion of rocketing into space may have originated with Chinese gunpowder experiments during the Middle Ages. Rockets as both weapons and entertainment are examined in this engaging history of how human beings acquired the ability to catapult themselves into space. Series: Outward Odyssey: A People's History of Spaceflight. Num Pages: 264 pages, 29 photographs, 1 illustration. BIC Classification: PDX; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 145 x 17. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press
Edition
0th edition
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803245211
ISBN
9780803245211
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 24.60

Hardcover. The definitive guide to the modern body of spacecraft charging knowledge, this book authoritatively blends the theoretical and practical aspects of spacecraft charging. It defines the environment that can have significant effects on spacecraft, such as disruption of science measurements and solar arrays from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Series: JPL Space Science and Technology Series. Num Pages: 194 pages, colour line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: TJ; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 166 x 17. Weight in Grams: 482.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
194
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118186459
ISBN
9781118186459
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.77

Hardback. In documenting these events, Foster offers a broader understanding of the difficulties in sexually integrating any workplace, even when the organization approaches the situation with as positive an outlook and as strong a motivation as did NASA. Num Pages: 224 pages, 3, 3 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; PDX; TTDS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421401959
ISBN
9781421401959
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 70.79

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