Inventing a Space Mission

Inventing a Space Mission
Author: Vincent Minier
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 285
Release: 2017-11-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319600249

This book describes prominent technological achievements within a very successful space science mission: the Herschel space observatory. Focusing on the various processes of innovation it offers an analysis and discussion of the social, technological and scientific context of the mission that paved the way to its development. It addresses the key question raised by these processes in our modern society, i.e.: how knowledge management of innovation set the conditions for inventing the future? In that respect the book is based on a transdisciplinary analysis of the programmatic complexity of Herschel, with inputs from space scientists, managers, philosophers, and engineers. This book is addressed to decision makers, not only in space science, but also in other industries and sciences using or building large machines. It is also addressed to space engineers and scientists as well as students in science and management.

Space Stations

Space Stations
Author: Ernst Messerschmid
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 588
Release: 1999-05-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9783540654643

The design of space stations like the recently launched ISS is a highly complex and interdisciplinary task. This book describes component technologies, system integration, and the potential usage of space stations in general and of the ISS in particular. It so adresses students and engineers in space technology. Ernst Messerschmid holds the chair of space systems at the University of Stuttgart and was one of the first German astronauts.

Land Use Planning, Environmental Protection and Growth Management

Land Use Planning, Environmental Protection and Growth Management
Author: Robert A Catlin
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2020-02-18
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1000724425

This book examines the history and impact of Florida's Comprehensive Planning legislation. Topics include coastal zone management, solid waste planning, land use impacts, planning strategies, and more.

A New Force at a New Frontier

A New Force at a New Frontier
Author: Kevin Madders
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 633
Release: 2006-11-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0521030226

A comprehensive work on the European space sector.

New Windows to the Universe

New Windows to the Universe
Author: International Astronomical Union
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 584
Release: 1990-12-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521384292

Lebanon

Lebanon
Author: Sean Sheehan
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2008
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780761420811

This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Lebanon. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World(R) series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.

From Quantum to Cosmos

From Quantum to Cosmos
Author: Slava G. Turyshev
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 764
Release: 2009
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814261211

Space-based laboratory research in fundamental physics is an emerging research discipline that offers great discovery potential and at the same time could drive the development of technological advances which are likely to be important to scientists and technologists in many other different research fields. The articles in this review volume have been contributed by participants of the international workshop "From Quantum to Cosmos : Fundamental Physics Research in Space" held at the Airlie Center in Warrenton, Virginia, USA, on May 21-24, 2006. This unique volume discusses the advances in our understanding of fundamental physics that are anticipated in the near future, and evaluates the discovery potential of a number of recently proposed space-based gravitational experiments. Specific research areas covered include various tests of general relativity and alternative theories, search of physics beyond the Standard Model, investigations of possible violations of the equivalence principle, search for new hypothetical long- and short-range forces, variations of fundamental constants, tests of Lorentz invariance and attempts at unification of the fundamental interactions. The book also encompasses experiments aimed at the discovery of novel phenomena, including dark matter candidates, and studies of dark energy.

Lebanon

Lebanon
Author: Tom Najem
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2012-03-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 1134479123

Annotation In a time of great political change and unrest in the Middle East, this highly topical text offers a succinct account of the contemporary political environment in Lebanon. Tom Najem provides both a developed understanding of the pre-civil war system and an analysis of how circumstances resulting from the civil war combined with essential pre-war elements to define politics in Lebanon. Systematically exploring Lebanons history, society and politics, the author stresses the importance of the crucial role of external actors in the Lebanese system. The analysis encompasses:the formation of the stateweaknesses and dynamics of the Lebanese statethe civil warpost-war government and changethe Lebanese economyforeign policy. Written in a clear and accessible manner, this book fills a conspicuous gap in the existing academic literature on Lebanon. It will be of interest not only to students of international politics and Middle East studies, but also to anyone travelling in or wanting to learn more about the region.