Brian Harvey

Russian Space Probes

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ISBN 13:
9781441981493
author:
Brian Harvey
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Springer
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
514
Dimensions:
170 mm X 240 mm
Genre:
Science
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£35.67

Description

The history of Russian space probes is a story of scientific discovery and innovation. From the early days of launching rockets into the high atmosphere to the development of sophisticated satellites, this book recounts the achievements of Soviet space science in furthering our knowledge of the Solar System. The author examines the instrumentation and scientific objectives of these missions, highlighting the problems and issues addressed and solved by Soviet space science. This includes the launch of Sputnik and Sputnik 2, which provided initial information on atmospheric density, as well as the Cosmos program, which investigated near-Earth space using small satellites to study meteoroids, radiation, and more. Through boxes and charts, the book conveys complex scientific concepts in an easily understandable manner for non-scientific readers. This detailed account of Russian space probes offers a unique perspective on the history of space exploration and the achievements of Soviet space science.

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