Tectonic Consequences of the Earth's Rotation

Tectonic Consequences of the Earth's Rotation
Author: Robert C. Bostrom
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2000
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780195090284

This volume reviews the cumulative evidence suggesting that a connection may exist between the Earth's rotation and geotectonics. Among other benefits, such a connection may assist in deciphering the flow of the Earth's mantle.

Earth’s Rotation from Eons to Days

Earth’s Rotation from Eons to Days
Author: Peter Brosche
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642755879

Earth's Rotation from Eons to Days reviews long-term changes, methods of measurement, and the major influences on rotation parameters. In order to understand secular changes, the momentary behavior of ocean tides must be analyzed and appropriately modelled. Researchers and students in astronomy and all fields of geosciences will find a wealth of information related to the interaction of geophysical phenomena and the rotation of the planet Earth.

In the Footsteps of Warren B. Hamilton

In the Footsteps of Warren B. Hamilton
Author: Gillian R. Foulger
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2022-05-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0813725534

"This unusual book, published to honor Warren Bell Hamilton, comprises a diverse, cross-disciplinary collection of bold new ideas in Earth and planetary science. This volume is a rich resource for researchers at all levels looking for interesting, unusual, and off-beat ideas to investigate or set as student projects"--

Geodetic Deformation Monitoring: From Geophysical to Engineering Roles

Geodetic Deformation Monitoring: From Geophysical to Engineering Roles
Author: Fernando Sansò
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2007-02-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540385967

Geodesy is the science dealing with the determination of the position of points in space, the shape and gravity field of the Earth and with their time variations. This book collects 36 selected papers from the International Symposium on Geodetic Deformation Monitoring held in Jaén (Spain) from 17th to 19th March 2005. It contains a good overview of theoretical matters, models and results.

The Twin Sister Planets Venus and Earth

The Twin Sister Planets Venus and Earth
Author: Robert J. Malcuit
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 413
Release: 2014-11-25
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319113887

This book explains how it came to be that Venus and Earth, while very similar in chemical composition, zonation, size and heliocentric distance from the Sun, are very different in surface environmental conditions. It is argued here that these differences can be accounted for by planetoid capture processes and the subsequent evolution of the planet-satellite system. Venus captured a one-half moon-mass planetoid early in its history in the retrograde direction and underwent its “fatal attraction scenario” with its satellite (Adonis). Earth, on the other hand, captured a moon-mass planetoid (Luna) early in its history in prograde orbit and underwent a benign estrangement scenario with its captured satellite.

Advances in Geophysics

Advances in Geophysics
Author:
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2015-04-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128024364

The critically acclaimed serialized review journal for over 50 years, Advances in Geophysics is a highly respected publication in the field of geophysics. Since 1952, each volume has been eagerly awaited, frequently consulted, and praised by researchers and reviewers alike. Now in its 56th volume, it contains much material still relevant today--truly an essential publication for researchers in all fields of geophysics. - Contributions from leading authorities - Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field

Geoforming Mars

Geoforming Mars
Author: Robert Malcuit
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 437
Release: 2020-11-25
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030588769

This book offers an exercise in theoretical planetology, presenting five different scenarios to assess the evolution of habitable conditions on Mars to assess planetary terraforming potential and to give insight into the ongoing search for habitable exoplanets. Four of the scenarios involve Martian satellite capture models, in which gravitational capture via tidal deformation and energy dissipation processes are measured to predict a pathway of biological evolution, while the fifth scenario analyzes the possible model that led to the Mars that we have today (i.e. with no life forms). In ten chapters, readers will learn how a Mars-like terrestrial planet can be transformed into a habitable planet, and what conditions must be assessed when searching for exoplanets in a star-centered orbit to support life. The book is intended for planetologists, and general enthusiasts of planetary evolution and our solar system.

The Solar System

The Solar System
Author: David G. Fisher
Publisher:
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2010
Genre: Astronomy
ISBN:

Covers 180 features of Earth's solar system, including every major body and phenomenon, offering detailed basic information on all major aspects.