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Paperback. This book teaches the reader to build rockets--powered by compressed air, water, and solid propellant--with the maximum possible fun, safety, and educational experience. Num Pages: 520 pages, colour illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: TGBN; TTD. Category: (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 248 x 206 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1192.
Publisher
O´Reilly Media
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781457182921
ISBN
9781457182921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 29.91

hardcover. This book explores the interaction of technical and non-technical forces influencing the definition of a space system. Coverage includes the entire system: space and ground segments and mission objectives, cost, risk and mission success probabilities. Series: Space Technology Library. Num Pages: 512 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 926.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer/Sci-Tech/Trade United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461437574
ISBN
9781461437574
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.53

paperback. This book explores the interaction of technical and non-technical forces influencing the definition of a space system. Coverage includes the entire system: space and ground segments and mission objectives, cost, risk and mission success probabilities. Series: Space Technology Library. Num Pages: 512 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 777.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer/Sci-Tech/Trade United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489989154
ISBN
9781489989154
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 198.11

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

€ 46.99
€ 37.46

Paperback. Focusing on future modern spacecraft, Michel van Pelt explains the exciting life of unmanned space explorers, making the technology, design, development, operation and results of modern space probe missions understandable by lay readers. Num Pages: 325 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
325
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489990129
ISBN
9781489990129
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 26.06

Hardback. Focusing on future modern spacecraft, Michel van Pelt explains the exciting life of unmanned space explorers, making the technology, design, development, operation and results of modern space probe missions understandable by lay readers. Num Pages: 325 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1420.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
325
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387332321
ISBN
9780387332321
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 39.32

Paperback. Michel van Pelt explains the principle of space tethers: what they are and how they can be used in space, along with elevators. He introduces space enthusiasts to the possibilities of space tethers including the technological challenges and potential benefits. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 234 x 14. Weight in Grams: 350.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2009th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493901982
ISBN
9781493901982
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 31.05

hardcover. Space tourism is not science fiction anymore, this title tells us, but merely a logical step in the evolution of space flight. This title describes what recreational space travel might look like, and explains the required space technology, the medical issues, astronaut training, and the possibilities of holidays to destinations far, far away. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
230
Condition
New
Edition
2005th Edition
SKU
V9780387402130
ISBN
9780387402130
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 30.10

Hardcover. The Handbook of Orbits Num Pages: 922 pages, 77 black & white illustrations, 292 colour illustrations, 70 black & white tables, 2 colo. BIC Classification: TJKS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1452.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2014th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319034157
ISBN
9783319034157
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 650.11

Paperback. A resource that deals with satellite orbits, showing how the wide range of available orbits can be used in communications, positioning, remote-sensing, meteorology, and astronomy. Translator(s): Lyle, S. Num Pages: 564 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; TJKS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 951.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer Editions France
Number of pages
564
Condition
New
SKU
V9782287213175
ISBN
9782287213175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 157.72

Paperback. Num Pages: 508 pages, colour illustrations, black & white tables, bibliography. BIC Classification: PG; PHVB; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 2002
Number of pages
508
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642624773
ISBN
9783642624773
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 113.92

Paperback. Provides a picture of how politically important space has become, and what its exploitation might mean for our futures. This book analyses the space programmes of the United States, Russia, China, India and the European Space Agency, and explains how central space has become to issues of war and peace and cooperation between the worlds states. Series: Space Power and Politics. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPS; TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 366.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415399173
ISBN
9780415399173
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.66

Paperback. Editor(s): Barratt, Michael; Pool, Sam. Num Pages: 610 pages, 100 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MBPC; MMRB; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 277 x 210 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1356.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
Number of pages
612
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441931733
ISBN
9781441931733
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 278.20

Paperback. The Hipparcos project was hugely important in mapping our Galaxy. Here is a fascinating account of an important episode in astronomy, written by the scientist who played a pivotal role that brought it to fruition, and eventually to a triumphant conclusion. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 456.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
293
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642263033
ISBN
9783642263033
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.59

Paperback. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 273 pages, 75 black & white illustrations, 45 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
273
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319230023
ISBN
9783319230023
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 41.48

Paperback. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 409 pages, 44 black & white illustrations, 40 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 686.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2015th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319076072
ISBN
9783319076072
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.33

Paperback. Editor(s): Rycroft, Michael J. Series: Space Studies. Num Pages: 266 pages, 101 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: LBDA; TGPQ; TJF; TN; TRC; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 405.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
266
Condition
New
SKU
V9789048164509
ISBN
9789048164509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 238.71

Hardback. Addresses the Space Transportation Market from different viewpoints - the users, the launch service providers, the engineers, the lawyers, and various governmental organisations. This book is useful for people involved with rockets and space launchers, whether in industry, government, or academia. Editor(s): Rycroft, Michael J. Series: Space Studies. Num Pages: 331 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GT; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 20. Weight in Grams: 669.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
331
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792367529
ISBN
9780792367529
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.89

Hardback. An exploration of the full panorama of flight research history, from the earliest attempts by such 19th-century practitioners as England's Sir George Cayley, who tested his gliders by subjecting them to experimental flight, to cutting-edge aeronautical research conducted by the NACA and NASA. Num Pages: 512 pages, 50 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TBX; TRP; TTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 934.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813122052
ISBN
9780813122052
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.87

Paperback. Series: Springer Tracts in Modern Physics. Num Pages: 280 pages, 31 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PHD; PHF; TTDS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 438.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642448492
ISBN
9783642448492
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 238.68

Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, 42 black & white illustrations, 109 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 310 x 20. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319353722
ISBN
9783319353722
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.85

Hardback. Examining the design of detection and isolation algorithms for unmanned vehicles including spacecraft and aerial drones, this book discusses a range of factors, proposing a geometric approach as well as new fault-detection methods in Markovian jump systems. Num Pages: 166 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TJK; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 444.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
166
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441983923
ISBN
9781441983923
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.39

Hardback. Editor(s): Haynes, Meredith. Num Pages: 174 pages. BIC Classification: RGW; TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 159 x 235 x 16. Weight in Grams: 398.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634835244
ISBN
9781634835244
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 258.82
€ 191.20

Hardback. Translation of: Hang tian qi kong zhi ji suan ji rong cuop ji shu. Num Pages: 376 pages. BIC Classification: TGPR; TJ; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 176 x 46. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc Singapore
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781119107279
ISBN
9781119107279
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.74

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