| Advances in Solar Sailing 2014 Edition Contributor(s): MacDonald, Malcolm (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3642349064 ISBN-13: 9783642349065 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $360.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Aeronautics & Astronautics - Science | Physics - Astrophysics - Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - Electronic Materials |
| Dewey: 500.5 |
| Physical Information: 1.86" H x 6.82" W x 9.7" (4.55 lbs) 980 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book presents the best contributions of the the Third International Symposium on Solar Sailing Glasgow, 11 - 13 June 2013. It is a rapid snap-shot of the state-of-the art of solar sail technology in 2013 across the globe, capturing flight programs, technology development programs and new technology and application concepts. The book contains contributions from all of the leading figures in the field, including NASA, JAXA, ESA & DLR as well as university and industry experts. It therefore provides a unique reference point for the solar sail technology. The book also includes key contributions from the prospective users of solar sail technology, which will allow the technology to be considered by the user in this unique context. |