Michel van Pelt explains for the first time the principle of space tethers: what they are and how they can be used in space. He introduces non-technical space enthusiasts to the various possibilities and feasibility of space tethers including the technological challenges and potential benefits. He illustrates how, because of their inherent simplicity, space tethers have the potential to make space travel much cheaper, while ongoing advances in tether material technology may make even seemingly far-fetched ideas a reality in the not too distant future.
Jadual kandungan
The Basics.- Disruptive Technology.- Dreams and Ideas.- Early Experiments.- Into Earth Orbit and Beyond.- Space Elevators.- Challenges.- Conclusion.
Bahasa Inggeris ● Format PDF ● Halaman-halaman 215 ● ISBN 9780387765563 ● Saiz fail 18.2 MB ● Penerbit Springer New York ● Bandar raya NY ● Negara US ● Diterbitkan 2009 ● Muat turun 24 bulan ● Mata wang EUR ● ID 2146053 ● Salin perlindungan Adobe DRM
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