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Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics, (Space Technology) (3rd Edition) by Jerry Jon Sellers, William J. Astore, Robert B. Giffen, Wiley J. Larson Hardcover, 800 Pages, Published 2005 ISBN-10: 0-07-340775-5 / 0073407755 ISBN-13: 978-0-07-340775-3 / 9780073407753 This is an introductory text in astronautics. It contains historical background and a discussion of space missions, space environment, orbits, atmospheric entry, spacecraft design, spacecraft subsystems, and space operations. It features section reviews summarizing key concepts, terms, and equations |