Salyut

Author : Grujica S. Ivanovich
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387739731

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Salyut - The First Space Station by Grujica S. Ivanovich Pdf

This remarkable book gives a comprehensive account of the longest manned space mission of the time. It details for the first time the people involved and the crews assigned to operate the first space station Salyut. The book portrays the selection of the crews, dramatic flights and tragedy of Soyuz 11. Biographies of the Soyuz 11 cosmonauts are published for the first time in English. The book relates discussions between the key personnel, and investigates the causes of the tragedy. The book ends with memories of all those affected by the DOS program and the tragedy of Soyuz 11 and looks forward to a continuation of the historic mission of Salyut.

Author : United States. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Government publications
ISBN : UOM:39015019560161

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Salyut by United States. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781428924017

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Salyut : Soviet steps toward permanent human presence in space. by Anonim Pdf

As the other major spacefaring nation, the Soviet Union is a subject of interest to the Congress in their deliberations concerning the future of U.S. space activities. In the course of an assessment of Civilian Space Stations (in 1983), the Office of Tech. Assessment (OTA) undertook a study of the presence of Soviets in space & their Salyut space stations. The major element in this technical memorandum was a workshop held at OTA in Dec. 1982: it was the first occasion when a significant number of experts in this area of Soviet space activities had met for extended unclassified discussion. As a result of the workshop, OTA prepared this report. Includes ¿Graphic Comparison of Soviet & U.S. Space Vehicles.¿ Illustrations.

Author : David S. F. Portree
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Astronautics
ISBN : NASA:31769000527880

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Mir Hardware Heritage by David S. F. Portree Pdf

The heritage of the major Mir complex hardware elements is described. These elements include Soyuz-TM and Progress-M ; the Kvant, Kvant 2, and Kristall modules ; and the Mir base block. Configuration changes and major mission events of Salyut 6, Salyut 7, and Mir multiport space stations are described in detail for the period 1977-1994. A comparative chronology of U.S. and Soviet/Russian manned spaceflight is also given for that period. The 68 illustrations include comparative scale drawings of U.S. and Russian spacecraft as well as sequential drawings depicting missions and mission events.

Author : Giles Sparrow,Judith John,Chris McNab
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781502610164

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Shuttles and Space Missions by Giles Sparrow,Judith John,Chris McNab Pdf

Shuttles and Space Missions examines topics on space exploration, from early orbital missions to the first astronauts on the moon. Detailed illustrations and clear charts help explain these complicated topics.

Author : Barbara Frae Lujan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Body, Human
ISBN : UCR:31210024943480

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Human Physiology in Space by Barbara Frae Lujan Pdf

Lessons are directly related to the scientific objectives of space flight experiments already flown on board the space shuttle.

Author : Arnauld E. Nicogossian
Publisher : AIAA
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1563470616

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Space Biology and Medicine: Space and its exploration by Arnauld E. Nicogossian Pdf

In this first volume in the Space Biology and Medicine series, contributors describe the current status of their understanding of space, highlighting physical and ecological conditions as well as heavenly bodies, and provide general information that will prove useful in the later volumes. The book is divided into four parts: Part I, Historical Perspective; Part II, The Space Environment; Part III, Life in the Universe; and Part IV, Space Exploration. Chapter contributions were made by both U.S. and Russian authors. The book also features an appendix of Astronomical and Physical Quantities, a detailed subject index, and an 8-page color section.

Author : Ernst Messerschmid,Reinhold Bertrand
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 588 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1999-05-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 354065464X

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Space Stations by Ernst Messerschmid,Reinhold Bertrand Pdf

The design of space stations like the recently launched ISS is a highly complex and interdisciplinary task. This book describes component technologies, system integration, and the potential usage of space stations in general and of the ISS in particular. It so adresses students and engineers in space technology. Ernst Messerschmid holds the chair of space systems at the University of Stuttgart and was one of the first German astronauts.

Author : Rex Hall,David Shayler
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2003-05-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 1852336579

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Soyuz by Rex Hall,David Shayler Pdf

Rex Hall and Dave Shayler provide a unique history of the Soyuz spacecraft programme from conception, through development to its use, detailed in the only English language book available on this topic. Planned for publication in 2003, it will celebrate 40 years since the original concept of the Soyuz craft.

Author : John Wright
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 2431 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2006-05-23
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135455866

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The New York Times Almanac 2002 by John Wright Pdf

The New York Times Almanac 2002 is the almanac of record. Drawing on the resources of the world's premier news organization. it provides readers with a wealth of data about the United States and the wort n a readable and more easily accessible form than other fad finders. Un-rivaled in scope and unsurpassed in comprehensiveness. The New York Times Almanac pays careful attention to significant issues. topics. and developments of the day and sets them in historical context. It gives the stories-and the stories behind the stories. The New York Times Almanac is the first choice for stu­dents. journalists, and researchers-for anyone who needs timely. accurate information about the United States and other nations around the globe. The New York Times Almanac 2002 includes: The first results of the 2000 Census; Comprehensive coverage of all the states and every nation in the world; World Series results and the most comprehensive sports section of any almanac; Notable obituaries from the worlds of politics. entertainment. and science; More information about the Internet. the worldwide AIDS epidemic. and world population than any other almanac; The most complete coverage of environmental issues. the economy, and the workings of the federal government; All major Academy Award winners since 1928 and the names of all Nobel Laureates and why they won and much, much more.

Author : United States. President
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : OSU:32435058893512

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Aeronautics and Space Report of the President ... Activities by United States. President Pdf

Author : Joseph Angelo
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135944094

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Dictionary of Space Technology by Joseph Angelo Pdf

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.

Author : Joseph A. Angelo
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9781438109503

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The Facts on File Dictionary of Space Technology, Revised Edition by Joseph A. Angelo Pdf

An alphabetical dictionary containing over 1,500 entries on topics dealing with space, space flight, and space technology.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Astronautics
ISBN : MINN:31951002922068E

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Soviet space programs, 1976-80 (with supplementary data through 1983) by Anonim Pdf

Author : Congressional Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCR:31210014753931

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Soviet Space Programs: 1981-1987: Piloted Space Activities, Launch Vehicles, Launch Sites, and Tracking Support by Congressional Service Pdf