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Deep Space Propulsion
Springer 2011; US$ 35.99The technology of the next few decades could possibly allow us to explore with robotic probes the closest stars outside our Solar System, and maybe even observe some of the recently discovered planets circling these stars. This book looks at the reasons for exploring our stellar neighbors and at the technologies we are developing to build space probes... more...
Rocket and Spacecraft Propulsion
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG 2006; US$ 109.99Discusses the range of launch vehicles in use throughout the world, and includes details of some of the advanced propulsion systems. This book covers the fundamentals of the subject, from the basic principles of rocket propulsion and vehicle dynamics through the theory and practice of liquid and solid propellant motors, to various developments. more...
The Seven Secrets of How to Think Like a Rocket Scientist
Springer 2007; US$ 23.99Explains the methods that rocket scientists use expressed in a way that could be applied in everyday life. This book illustrates the methods (the 7 secrets) with anecdotes, quotations and biographical sketches of famous scientists, ideas from sci-fi, personal stories and insights, and a bit of space history. more...
Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion
Wiley 2008; US$ 152.00Throughout most of the twentieth century, electric propulsion was considered the technology of the future. Now, the future has arrived. This important new book explains the fundamentals of electric propulsion for spacecraft and describes in detail the physics and characteristics of the two major electric thrusters in use today, ion and Hall thrusters.... more...
European Identity through Space
Springer 2012; US$ 139.99Space activities are one particularly visible area, where Europe can shape its identity. This publication investigates the effect space activities have already had on building a European "spirit" (e.g. through European missions or European astronauts). It also looks into the effects that activities labelled "national" have on the... more...
Fast Solar Sailing
Springer 2012; US$ 139.99The range of solar sailing is very vast; it is a fully in-space means of propulsion that should allow us to accomplish various mission classes that are literally impossible using rocket propulsion, no matter if nuclear or electric. Fast and very fast solar sailings are special classes of sailcraft missions, initially developed only in the first half... more...
The Conversion of Liquid Rocket Fuels
Springer 2004; US$ 59.95The Conversion of Liquid Rocket Fuels is the first volume to be dedicated to the demilitarization of Azerbaijan. It is the product of an exciting workshop which brought together participants from NATO member countries and partner countries to share ideas and experience. This publication investigates the possible treatment methods for hazardous ballistic... more...
Future Spacecraft Propulsion Systems
Springer 2006; US$ 219.00Putting spacecraft propulsion systems in perspective, this book presents the need to break free from the old established concepts of expendable rockets, using chemical propulsion, and to develop breeds of launch vehicle capable of both launching payloads into orbit at dramatically reduced cost, and for sustained operations in low-Earth orbit. more...









