Space Exploration 2008

The aim of the Space Exploration annuals is to provide a yearly update on recent space launches, missions and results, to be published every September. The annual will cover space exploration from a variety of angles, looking back at past missions, reviewing those currently under way and detailing t...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Harland, David M. (Editor), Harvey, Brian (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Praxis, 2008.
Series:Springer Praxis Books
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Online Access:Full Text via HEAL-Link
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Summary:The aim of the Space Exploration annuals is to provide a yearly update on recent space launches, missions and results, to be published every September. The annual will cover space exploration from a variety of angles, looking back at past missions, reviewing those currently under way and detailing those planned for the future, and encompassing both manned and unmanned spaceflight. The invited contributions, authored by leading figures in astronomy and space exploration and which make up the bulk of the annual each year, will cover a variety of topics and are written to appeal to a wide readership. One feature introduced in the first volume ‘Solar System Log’ featuring the very latest in the exploration of the planets, their moons and small Solar System bodies, will be retained for Space Exploration 2008, and will comprise seven chapters. In addition, there will be a special additional section entitled, ‘Return to the Moon’ containing three chapters.
Physical Description:VIII, 183 p. online resource.
ISBN:9780387739977