Roger D. Launius
Robots in Space: Technology, Evolution, and Interplanetary Travel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781421407630
- author:
- Roger D. Launius
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 6.00 (w) x 9.00 (h) x 0.79 (d)
- Genre:
- Robotics & Computer Vision
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Roger Launius and Howard McCurdy explore the possibilities and challenges of interplanetary travel in this thought-provoking study. By examining the intersection of rocketry, engineering, public policy, and science fiction, they assess the current state of affairs in space exploration and argue that advanced robotic technologies are essential for humanity's future ventures into the cosmos.
The authors survey a range of sources, from academic studies to literary works, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the issues involved. Their discussion is engaging and informative, making this book an ideal choice for anyone interested in the latest developments in space technology and exploration.