Principles of Space Instrument Design

by T.J. Patrick, C.V. Goodall, J.A. Bowles, et al.

Book Overview

This book provides an informative account of the design of instruments used in rockets and spacecraft. The volume begins with a chapter introducing the basic principles of designing for the space environment. Following chapters discuss mechanical, structural, thermal and electronic design including the problems that are frequently encountered in the testing and verification of spacecraft subsystems. Important topics are described, including stress...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 052102594X
• ISBN13: 9780521025942
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.7" x 9.6"