Introduction to Space Science and Technology

Type
Book
Authors
AYANSOLA ( Ogundele A. )
 
ISBN 10
9789098521 
Category
532.2 - Fluid Mechanism Liquid Mechanism  [ Browse Items ]
Publication Year
2010 
Publisher
Pages
264 
Subject
Space Science and Technology  
Abstract
The importance of space science and technology for the attainment of sustainable development of any country cannot be over-emphasized. This book, "Introduction to Space Science and Technology" is a first edition and describes, with simplicity, various aspects of space. There is introductory chapter on space. Space exploration, solar system, space systems, the moon, astronauts, rockets and launch vehicles, International space station, global positioning system, and introduction to orbital mechanics are dealt with in the remaining chapters. This book is made elementary s o as to enable easy understanding by any person(s) who created interest in space. After going through this book thorough understanding of space will be made. 
Biblio Notes
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Space ..................................................................P. 1
2. Space Exploration .......................................................................P. 27
3. Solar System .............................................................................P. 43
4. Space Systems ..........................................................................P. 54
5. The Moon ..................................................................................P. 81
6. Astronauts ................................................................................P. 111
7. Rockets and Launch Vehicles .......................................................P. 128
8. International Space Station .........................................................P. 148
9. Global Navigation Satellite System ...............................................P. 190
10. Introduction to Orbital Mechanics ...............................................P. 222

 
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