International Space Station: An Insight Into the History, Development, Collaboration, Production and Role of the Permanently Manned Earth-Orbiting Contributor(s): Baker, David (Author) |
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ISBN: 0857338390 ISBN-13: 9780857338396 Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK OUR PRICE: $35.10 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Music | Musical Instruments - Woodwinds - Technology & Engineering | Aeronautics & Astronautics - Music | Reference |
Dewey: 629.442 |
LCCN: 1093673 |
Series: Owners' Workshop Manual |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 8.2" W x 10.7" (1.70 lbs) 176 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The International Space Station (ISS) is a permanently manned earth-orbiting complex where astronauts carry out research into a wide range of scientific activities. It comprises modules built in the USA, Russia, Europe, Japan and Canada. Author David Baker examines how the ISS was built, the logistics modules and freighters operated by its user nations, how the ISS works as an integrated facility, life on board, what the ISS does, the research carried out and who benefits. |