Synopses & Reviews
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.
Synopsis
With its first elements scheduled for launch in 1998, the International Space Station (ISS) will afford scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs an unprecedented platform on which to perform complex, long-duration, and replicable experiments in the unique environment of space. NASA press release
Synopsis
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.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [521]-534) and index.
Table of Contents
Introduction; History and Current Development; Orbital Environment; Environmental Control and Life Support System; Power and Thermal Control System; Attitude and Orbit Control System; Utilization; Microgravity; System Engineering; Synergisms; Human Factors; Logistics, Communications and Operation; The International Space Station;