About the Book
Here is a ready-reference guide for the nonspecialist with current information about developments in space technology as well as the present and future social, political, and technical impact of those developments on everyday life. It includes a history of the evolution of space technology; a discussion of applications; a chronology of major developments; profiles of prominent people and institutions; explanations of key principles; a discussion of the major impacts and implications of space technology; an examination of major issues surrounding the use of such technology; and predictions for future advances. Also offered are a glossary, a list of key associations, a list of print and electronic information resources, 40 illustrations, and an index.
Space Technology, the first volume in the Sourcebooks in Modern Technology Series, is a ready-reference guide that provides nonspecialist users with current information about important developments in space technology and about the social, political, and technical impact of those developments on everyday life—now and in the future.
The book includes a detailed history of the evolution of space technology; a discussion of both civilian and military applications of such technology; a chronology of major developments and discoveries; profiles of prominent scientists, politicians, popularizers, and institutions; explanations of key principles; discussion of the major impacts and implications of space technology; an examination of major issues surrounding the use of such technology; and predictions for possible future advances. Space Technology also offers a glossary of terms, a list of key associations, a list of print and electronic information resources, 40 illustrations, and an index.
Table of Contents:
Preface
History of Space Technology and Exploration
Chronology of Space Technology and Exploration
Profiles of Space Technology Pioneers, Visionaries, and Advocates
How Space Technology Works
Impact
Issues
The Future of Space Technology
Glossary of Terms Used in Space Technology
Associations
Demonstration Sites
Sources of Information
Index
About the Author :
JOSEPH A. ANGELO JR., a retired U.S. Air Force officer (lieutenant colonel), is currently a consulting futurist and technical writer. He is Adjunct Professor in the College of Engineering at Florida Tech and served with distinction as a commissioner for the governor of Florida's Commission on Space in 1987-1988. He is the author of seven other books on space technology and space exploration.
Review :
?[a] readily accessible reference volume providing lay readers with information on current developments in space technology, along with coverage of current and future impacts of these developments on social, political and technical phenomena.?-Journal of Technology Transfer
?[a] reputable publication that fits neatly with and compliments others in the field. It would be a worthy addition to any undergraduate, high school, or public library.?-Reference & User Services Quarterly
?[M]erits a place in library collections, particularly smaller ones, for its currency and range.?-School Library Journal
?[T]his book provides high school students, lower-level undergraduates, and laypersons with a ready-reference guide linking the scientific, technical and social issues surrounding space technology--e.g., influences of the Cold War, telecommunications, and meteorology on the development and impact of space technology. Angelo offers a good balance between military and nonmilitary applications, connecting the two in thoughtful ways....the book's uniqueness lies in sections detailing how space technology works (nearly 100 pages, the largest and most technical chapter), issues regarding space technology, and the future of the discipline....Recommended. General readers; lower-division undergraduates.?-Choice
?This book is a good source of general information, easily read and understood by most high school students, and will provide plenty of good information for reports and papers....this title is worth the price to strengthen the science collection. Recommneded.?-Library Media Collection
"Ýa¨ readily accessible reference volume providing lay readers with information on current developments in space technology, along with coverage of current and future impacts of these developments on social, political and technical phenomena."-Journal of Technology Transfer
"Ýa¨ reputable publication that fits neatly with and compliments others in the field. It would be a worthy addition to any undergraduate, high school, or public library."-Reference & User Services Quarterly
"ÝM¨erits a place in library collections, particularly smaller ones, for its currency and range."-School Library Journal
"ÝT¨his book provides high school students, lower-level undergraduates, and laypersons with a ready-reference guide linking the scientific, technical and social issues surrounding space technology--e.g., influences of the Cold War, telecommunications, and meteorology on the development and impact of space technology. Angelo offers a good balance between military and nonmilitary applications, connecting the two in thoughtful ways....the book's uniqueness lies in sections detailing how space technology works (nearly 100 pages, the largest and most technical chapter), issues regarding space technology, and the future of the discipline....Recommended. General readers; lower-division undergraduates."-Choice
"[a] readily accessible reference volume providing lay readers with information on current developments in space technology, along with coverage of current and future impacts of these developments on social, political and technical phenomena."-Journal of Technology Transfer
"[a] reputable publication that fits neatly with and compliments others in the field. It would be a worthy addition to any undergraduate, high school, or public library."-Reference & User Services Quarterly
"[M]erits a place in library collections, particularly smaller ones, for its currency and range."-School Library Journal
"This book is a good source of general information, easily read and understood by most high school students, and will provide plenty of good information for reports and papers....this title is worth the price to strengthen the science collection. Recommneded."-Library Media Collection
"[T]his book provides high school students, lower-level undergraduates, and laypersons with a ready-reference guide linking the scientific, technical and social issues surrounding space technology--e.g., influences of the Cold War, telecommunications, and meteorology on the development and impact of space technology. Angelo offers a good balance between military and nonmilitary applications, connecting the two in thoughtful ways....the book's uniqueness lies in sections detailing how space technology works (nearly 100 pages, the largest and most technical chapter), issues regarding space technology, and the future of the discipline....Recommended. General readers; lower-division undergraduates."-Choice
