Mostrando títulos en Aeronáutica y Astronáutica

Drones are in the newspaper, on the TV screen, swarming through the networks, and soon, we're told, they'll be delivering our shopping. But what are drones? The word encompasses everything from toys to weapons. And yet, as broadly defined as they are, the word “drone” fills many of us with a sense of technological dread. Adam Rothstein cuts through the mystery, the unknown, and the political posturing, and talks about what drones really are: what technologies are out there, and what’s coming next; how drones are talked about, and how they are represented in popular culture.

In this collection of true-life survivor tales, people from all walks of life - a freelance writer, a crew member of the Lynyrd Skynyrd band, a naval flight surgeon, a teenager, and a newlywed on her honeymoon, among others - recount their traumatic narrow escapes as engines stalled, fuel ran out, hazardous weather conditions descended, and landings did not go according to plan.

Can flying be green? Everyone loves to travel, and the industry’s room for growth seems almost limitless—except that flying will soon be responsible for 19 percent of global emissions. Some people have even decided never to fly. Over the coming decades, aviation will witness more innovation...

This program is read by the author When it comes to Mars, the focus is often on how to get there: the rockets, the engines, the fuel. But upon arrival, what will it actually be like? In 2013, Kate Greene moved to Mars. That is, along with five fellow crew members, she embarked on NASA’s first...

How does a troubled boy from California come to be one of the world's most renowned aviators? How does a group of brothers who were high school dropouts from New Hampshire go on to build some of the most advanced aircraft of the time? How do these men become forever linked to one of the greatest air races in history? This is the story of Jimmy Doolittle, the Granville Brothers, and the amazing Gee Bee R-1 Racer.

Beyond the Red Horizon The Secret Rise of the Chinese Space Program By Gary Covella, Ph.D. A Stunning, Illustrated Journey Into the Most Mysterious Space Program on Earth Step behind the curtain of global space history with Beyond the Red Horizon, a richly illustrated and masterfully researched work of historical nonfiction that reveals the hidden saga of China’s rise as a space superpower. In a world where NASA and Roscosmos have long dominated headlines, China’s ambitions have largely unfolded in silence—until now. A “Forbidden History” Finally Told From Cold War secrecy to ...

In The International Space Station: 10 Amazing Facts, author Daran Volcroft takes you on a journey beyond our atmosphere to discover the secrets, science, and stories behind this incredible achievement. From its humble beginnings as a single Russian module launched in 1998 to its current status as the largest human-made object in space, the ISS is a triumph of vision, technology, and cooperation.

Enter the world of "Superconductivity in Space". This groundbreaking eBook opens doors to the vast possibilities that lie at the junction of materials science, quantum mechanics, and interstellar technology. As you traverse its chapters, you begin a quest of grasping superconductivity and the enormous potential it possesses in advancing space exploration. The journey kicks off with an incisive discourse on the basics of superconductivity. Plunge into its evolution, the science behind superconducting materials, and journey on to decode the distinctive properties of superconductors. ...

Amelia Mary Earhart, an American aviation pioneer and author, was born on July 24, 1897. Earhart was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She set numerous other aviation records, wrote best-selling books about her flying experiences, and was instrumental in the formation of The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots. The following is a recording of her famous 1935 radio-broadcast speech: A Woman's Place in Science.

Unlock the mysteries of space exploration with NASA Oddities, a captivating new eBook that delves into the enigmatic world of NASA’s lunar archives. Fueled by secrets and shrouded in intrigue, this book takes you on a thrilling journey through the hidden depths of space history, uncovering the oddities that have both puzzled and fascinated the world for decades. Begin your voyage with the birth of the space race and follow the rapid evolution from Mercury to Apollo missions, setting the stage for a tale rich with suspense and unexplained phenomena. Discover the treasure trove of lunar ...

Rockets and Revolution offers a multifaceted study of the race toward space in the first half of the twentieth century, examining how the Russian, European, and American pioneers competed against one another in the early years to acquire the fundamentals of rocket science, engineer simple rockets, and ultimately prepare the path for human spaceflight.

The Rocket Company is a fictional account of the development of a commercial two stage to orbit (TSTO) reusable launch vehicle (RLV). Included is a description of the business model devised by a group of seven fictional investors committed to creating an economic engine that will cause the cost of space transportation to spiral rapidly downward as the market for launch services expands. In this context, the marketing, regulatory, and technical problems facing any serious attempt to reduce the cost of space transportation are explored. Although a work of fiction, the book follows in the vein...

For decades, humanity has looked to Mars as its next home, but what if our true destiny lies further out, on a world shrouded in a perpetual orange haze orbiting the ringed planet Saturn? This book presents the detailed and provocative case for why Titan, Saturn's largest moon, is the most logical and sustainable destination for a permanent human civilization. It is a journey from early science fiction dreams to a pragmatic blueprint for the future of humanity in the cosmos. Explore a world where rivers of liquid methane carve through a bedrock of solid water ice and towering mountains of ...

Unlock the universe's secrets with "Gravitational Waves," an exhilarating journey into the forefront of modern astrophysics. Dive into the cosmos' hidden symphony where ripples in space-time hold the key to understanding both the vast and the minute. This eBook invites you on a voyage starting from the dawn of gravitational wave astronomy, ushering you into a world where Einstein’s groundbreaking predictions meet cutting-edge technology like LIGO and Virgo. Embark on a historical exploration of space-time, tracing the lineage of thought from Einstein’s revolutionary ideas to today’s ...

Aerospace journalist Joe Pappalardo has witnessed space rocket launches around the world, from the jungle of French Guiana to the coastline of California. In his comprehensive work Spaceport Earth, Pappalardo describes the rise of private companies in the United States and how they are reshaping the way the world is using space for industry and science. Spaceport Earth is a travelogue through modern space history as it is being made.

One Giant Leap: The Untold Story of Apollo 11 is a comprehensive and captivating account of the historic moon landing mission. This book delves into the details of the Apollo 11 mission, providing a thorough exploration of the astronauts involved, the dedicated individuals in mission control, and the crucial contributions of black women mathematicians. From President Kennedy's declaration to the meticulous preparation, trials, and ultimately, the monumental first step on the moon, this book offers a complete and compelling narrative of this extraordinary achievement. With meticulous ...

"The Celestial Book: Exploring Earth, Planets, Sun, and Moon in the Holy Bible" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the representation of celestial bodies in the scriptures of the Holy Bible. This book provides a detailed examination of the Earth, planets, sun, and moon as mentioned in the Bible. In the first section, "The Earth in the Holy Bible," readers will explore the creation of the Earth, its shape, motion, and its location as described in the Bible. Chapter 2 focuses on the planets, discussing their mention in the Bible, symbolism associated with them, and significant ...

Is the human body built for Mars? NASA's studies on the International Space Station show we need to fix a few things before sending people to the Red Planet. Astronauts go into space with good vision and come back needing eyeglasses. Cognition and DNA expression could be affected for years. And then there's the discomfort of living in a tight space with crewmates, depression, and separation from the people you love.

An in-depth story of the astronaut love triangle that shocked America. This captivating account casts light on Lisa Nowak's groundbreaking fall from grace. She was accomplished, successful, and heroic - one of the first astronauts to fly a space shuttle mission after the 2003 Columbia tragedy. Then a primitive attack of jealousy led to a fateful confrontation with her romantic rival that destroyed her reputation, ended her career and left a victim dazed and confused.

The long-buried truth about the dawn of the Space Age: lies, spies, socialism, and sex magick. Los Angeles, 1930s: Everyone knows that rockets are just toys, the stuff of cranks and pulp magazines. Nevertheless, an earnest engineering student named Frank Malina sets out to prove the doubters...