The purpose of writing this work was to inform people that the new age of science is upon us. That we are now more than ever before responsible for the out come of every mission and event.

This third edition tells readers why astronauts are weightless, why satellites don't fall from the sky, how we will live on Mars, and whether or not there is life elsewhere in the universe. This book has been updated with recent information on the science and technology involved in the new frontier of space. It is written as a textbook for an undergraduate liberal arts course, with or without mathematics. Subjects covered include: orbital decay; concepts for removing debris from LEO; LEO vs GEO for communications satellites; cell phones via satellite; radar satellites; Hubble space telescope servicing missions; orbiter modifications; new observations of the sun; GPS applications; videoconferencing; and magnetic levitation.

Through essays on topics including survival in extreme environments and the multicultural dimensions of exploration, readers will gain an understanding of the psychological challenges that have faced the space program since its earliest days. An engaging read for those interested in space, history, and psychology alike, this is a highly relevant read as we stand poised on the edge of a new era of spaceflight. Each essay also explicitly addresses the history of the psychology of space exploration.

SPACEFLIGHT takes the EFL, ESL Teacher beyond gravity to an alternative realm which will change the way you think and act in the classroom. It is an intensely practical guide which is designed to inspire EFL Teachers to inspire their students. It introduces and explains the Platinum Rule of EFL - it's not just the METHOD of teaching - it's also the MATERIAL. It shows you how to be a 'force' in the classroom by using the power of your personality, how to give students the confidence to learn, and how to develop a special relationship with each one of them. It includes 40 exciting classroom activities - complete with detailed instructions, learning objectives and explanatory illustrations - which stimulate students to learn a broad spectrum of language skills. In addition there is a special section containing functional formulas for teaching Academic Writing.

Spaceflight This comprehensive, easy-to-use guide tells the fascinating story of one of the greatest scientific achievements of our times—the conquest of space. Produced in association with the world-renowned Smithsonian Institution and its scientific experts, Spaceflight recounts the epic adventure of the men, women, and machines that took us into space. This Smithsonian Guide features: Detailed text by Smithsonian experts clearly explaining how spaceflight developed More than 350 full-color photographs and explanatory illustrations of spacecraft, equipment, people, and events Full-color foldout timeline of spaceflight milestones decade by decade 40-page quick-access A-to-Z glossary, including capsule biographies, special terms, and key concepts Other titles: Aviation • Planets • Zoo Animals • Automobiles • Railroads