The Story of the Space Shuttle
Series: Springer-Praxis books in astronomy and space sciences
Publisher: Springer; Praxis
Published: June 17, 2004
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 444
ISBN-13: 9781852337933
Subjects: Astronautics; Space travel & exploration; Technology & Industrial Arts; Science; Science/Mathematics; United States; Aeronautics & Astronautics; Astronomy - Universe; Science / Astronomy; Physics; Space shuttles
Description: In spite of the Challenger and Columbia disasters, the US Space Shuttle remains the most successful spacecraft ever developed. This work explains the scientific contribution the Space Shuttle has made to the international space programme, detailing missions to Mir, Hubble and its role in the assembly of the International Space Station.
Notes: Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration