Spacecraft Sensors
Publisher: Wiley
Published: September 19, 2005
Language: eng
Number of pages: 338
ISBN-13: 9780470865279
First sentence: Spacebased sensors are instruments that range in complexity from a simple thermocouple to a complex radar system.
Description: "Spacecraft Sensors, the first of its kind, offers a comprehensive review of many aspects and intricacies of sensors used in the spacecraft industry. It covers sensor development from concept, design, and cost, to building, testing, interfacing, integrating, and on-orbit operation. It is intended for the specialist or non-specialist engineer, scientist, and those involved in the business aspect of the spacecraft industry." "Spacecraft Sensors is an invaluable resource for engineers, technical consultants, those in the business division, and research scientists associated with spacecraft projects. It is also an excellent textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying the development, design and applications of spacebased sensors."--Jacket.