Full Description
Construction has begun on the International Space Station (ISS)the largest and most complex extraterrestrial construction project ever. This book on space stations, and the ISS in particular, describes component technologies, systems integration, and the potential utilization of these stations. Co-authored by Messerschmid, one of the first German astronauts, it addresses students and engineers in space technology, but will interest astronomy and space enthusiasts as well.
Contents
1 Introduction.- 2 History and Current Development.- 3 Orbital Environment.- 4 Environmental Control and Life Support System.- 5 Power and Thermal Control System.- 6 Attitude and Orbit Control System.- 7 Utilization.- 8 Microgravity.- 9 System Engineering.- 10 Synergisms.- 11 Human Factors.- 12 Logistics, Communications and Operation.- 13 The International Space Station.- References.- Fundamental Constants.
