Space Technology
Published on 30. June 2003
Book
Hardback
408 pages
978-1-57356-335-2 (ISBN)
Description
This volume offers a comprehensive guide to the field of space technology for high school and college students, and general readers. Angelo (a retired U.S. Air Force officer) discusses civilian and military applications of space technology; profiles prominent scientists, politicians, and space programs.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
Children/juvenile
College/higher education
Young adult
US School Grade: From Second Grade to Twelfth Grade
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
775 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-57356-335-2 (9781573563352)
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Person
JOSEPH A. ANGELO JR., a retired U.S. Air Force officer (lieutenant colonel), is currently a consulting futurist and technical writer. He is Adjunct Professor in the College of Engineering at Florida Tech and served with distinction as a commissioner for the governor of Florida's Commission on Space in 1987-1988. He is the author of seven other books on space technology and space exploration.
Content
Preface History of Space Technology and Exploration Chronology of Space Technology and Exploration Profiles of Space Technology Pioneers, Visionaries, and Advocates How Space Technology Works Impact Issues The Future of Space Technology Glossary of Terms Used in Space Technology Associations Demonstration Sites Sources of Information Index