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Hardback. Obtained by applying the dynamical system approach to mission design, space manifold dynamics represent a fascinating alternative to elliptic motion and provide a deeper understanding of the classical three and N-body problems in celestial mechanics. This book gives a state-of-the-art overview of the field. Editor(s): Perozzi, Ettore; Ferraz-Mello, Sylvio. Series: Space Technology Proceedings (Closed). Num Pages: 273 pages, 1 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 273
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441903471
- ISBN
- 9781441903471
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.09
€ 194.09
Paperback. Space activities are in a transitional phase: the shift from publicly financed to private activities is a result of reduced public funding and increased commercial space opportunities. This work is illustrated with two case studies: commercialisation of the International Space Station (ISS), and the Space Tourism market. Series: Space Technology Library. Num Pages: 356 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1100.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402003752
- ISBN
- 9781402003752
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.52
€ 127.52
Paperback. Num Pages: 127 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 159 x 11. Weight in Grams: 224.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 127
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781616682361
- ISBN
- 9781616682361
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.97€ 44.90
€ 62.97
€ 44.90
Hardback. Sir Arthur Clarke Award Winner Many environmentalists think going into space detracts from solving problems on Earth. Most space explorers feel environmentalism hampers their exploration of space. Leading astro-biologist Prof. Cockell argues that environmentalism and space exploration have one and the same objective, to ensure humanity has a home. Series: Macmillan Science. Num Pages: 186 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDZ; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 139 x 276 x 22. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230007529
- ISBN
- 9780230007529
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 65.15
€ 65.15
Hardcover. Editor(s): Ramos, John P. Num Pages: Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 181 x 256 x 18. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617615559
- ISBN
- 9781617615559
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.86€ 174.09
€ 257.86
€ 174.09
Hardcover. Num Pages: 155 pages, b/w illus & tables. BIC Classification: PGG; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 239 x 18. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 155
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781604564488
- ISBN
- 9781604564488
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 101.00€ 70.11
€ 101.00
€ 70.11
Hardback. A comprehensive source for the Space Politics and Policies of the United States Civil, Military, Intelligence, and Commercial Space Programs. It provides a comprehensive survey of Space Policy. It analyzes Space Policy at several levels including historical context, political actors and institutions, political processes and policy outcomes. Editor(s): Sadeh, Eligar. Series: Space Regulations Library. Num Pages: 522 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1127.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 522
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402008795
- ISBN
- 9781402008795
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 362.37
€ 362.37
Paperback. Providing a comprehensive survey of Space Policy, this book analyzes it at many levels, including historical context, political actors and institutions, political processes and policy outcomes. It examines the symbiotic relationships between policy, technology, and science. It also provides a review of the body of knowledge in Space Policy. Editor(s): Sadeh, Eligar. Series: Space Regulations Library. Num Pages: 522 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 929.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 522
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402009020
- ISBN
- 9781402009020
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 413.89
€ 413.89
Hardback. A collection of papers concerning fundamental problems in dynamics and control of space robots, focusing on issues relevant to dynamic base/robot interaction. The chapters are organized within three problem areas: dynamics problems, nonholonomic nature problems and control problems. Editor(s): Xu, Yangsheng; Kanade, Takeo. Series: The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TJFM1; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 607.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 285
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792392651
- ISBN
- 9780792392651
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.34
€ 188.34
Paperback. Adriana Ocampo grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, dreaming about exploring planets. She never doubted that all her dreams would come true someday. How did Adriana land a job with NASA while still in her teens? How did a robot parked on Mars make her fall in love with rocks - and instantly decide to become a planetary geologist? Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGT; TTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 188 x 254 x 11. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Joseph Henry Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309095556
- ISBN
- 9780309095556
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.66
€ 23.99
€ 17.66
Hardcover. Editor(s): Henderson, Jonathan C.; Bradley, Jennifer M. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 169 x 22. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781612090863
- ISBN
- 9781612090863
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.86€ 174.09
€ 257.86
€ 174.09
Hardback. Num Pages: 322 pages. BIC Classification: TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 187 x 260 x 20. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634830331
- ISBN
- 9781634830331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 311.34€ 231.92
€ 311.34
€ 231.92
Paperback. Editor(s): Wikborg, Elias. Num Pages: 82 pages, b/w illus & tables. BIC Classification: KNGV; KNSG; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 7. Weight in Grams: 188.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 82
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607413530
- ISBN
- 9781607413530
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.67€ 52.00
€ 73.67
€ 52.00
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
€ 193.91
€ 193.91
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
€ 247.91
€ 247.91
Hardcover. Editor(s): Burton, Peter. Num Pages: 126 pages. BIC Classification: TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 161 x 239 x 15. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Nova Science Pub Inc
- Edition
- Har/Cdr
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634844406
- ISBN
- 9781634844406
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.14€ 95.87
€ 127.14
€ 95.87
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Springer
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540239079
- ISBN
- 9783540239079
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 392.14€ 378.40
€ 392.14
€ 378.40
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
€ 277.44
€ 277.44
Hardcover. Provides the basics of spacecraft orbital dynamics plus attitude dynamics and control, using vectrix notation Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: An Introduction presents the fundamentals of classical control in the context of spacecraft attitude control. Num Pages: 588 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 172 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1022.
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 592
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118342367
- ISBN
- 9781118342367
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.70
€ 104.70
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
€ 133.66
€ 133.66
Hardcover. Space flight encompasses many fields of technology. This monograph presents a cross section of the total field of expertise that is called "space flight". It provides insight into the design, construction and analysis aspects of spacecraft. Spacecraft includes satellites as well as launch vehicles, with a distinction between manned or unmanned. Num Pages: 504 pages, 199 black & white illustrations, 106 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: TGB; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 37. Weight in Grams: 968.
- Publisher
- Springer
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 2008th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540755524
- ISBN
- 9783540755524
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 280.42
€ 280.42
Hardcover. Describes the integral process of developing cost-effective, reliable structures and mechanical products for space programs. This book defines processes, describes methods, and gives examples. It is suitable for system engineers, mechanical designers, stress analysts, dynamics and load analysts, technical leads, and program managers. Editor(s): Sarafin, Thomas P.; Larson, Wiley J. Series: Space Technology Library. Num Pages: 864 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 165 x 243 x 55. Weight in Grams: 1442.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 864
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792334767
- ISBN
- 9780792334767
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 495.87
€ 495.87
Hardcover. This new edition covers all the different areas of engineering required in the design and implementation of spacecraft and space missions. Detailing recent developments in space activities, all chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated in the areas of launch vehicles, structures, ground stations and mechanisms. Editor(s): Fortescue, Peter; Swinerd, Graham; Stark, John. Series: Aerospace Series. Num Pages: 724 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TRP; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 180 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1220.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 724
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470750124
- ISBN
- 9780470750124
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.44
€ 73.44
Hardback. Offers introduction to space life support systems and artificial ecosystems. This source is suitable for those involved in the life support system design and development process - engineers, scientists, and students - as well as all those who are simply interested in this discipline. Series: Space Technology Library. Num Pages: 444 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 829.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 444
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792338895
- ISBN
- 9780792338895
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.15
€ 196.15