Advances in Space Science and Technology

Contributors

Foreword

Contents of Volumes 1, 2 and 3

Doppler Effect of Artificial Satellites

I. Introduction

II. Experimental Devices

III. Perturbations

IV. Utilization of Results

References

On the Possibilities of the Existence of Extraterrestrial Intelligence

I. Introduction

II. The Origin of Planetary Systems

III. The Development of Intelligent Life

IV. The Thinking Process

V. The Development of Intelligent Mechanical Automata

VI. Extraterrestrial Intelligent Automata

VII. Concluding Remarks

Appendix: A Mathematical Definition of Thinking Functions

References

Bibliography

The Development of Multiple Staging in Military and Space Carrier Vehicles

I. Introduction

II. Historical Development

III. Theoretical Aspects

List of Symbols

References

Bibliography

Spacecraft Entry and Landing in Planetary Atmospheres

I. Introduction

II. Entry Equations

III. Entry Analyses

IV. Recovery

V. Preliminary Design Aspects

VI. Concluding Remarks

References

List of Symbols

Development of Manned Artificial Satellites and Space Stations

I. Introduction

II. Background

III. Aerospace and Space Vehicles

IV. New Concepts and Approaches

V. Costs

References

Bibliography

On the Utilization of Radioactive Elements as Energy Sources for Spacecraft Propulsion

I. Introduction

II. Classification, Production, and Properties of Radiergols

III. Domains and Limits of Radiergol Propulsion

IV. Radiothermal Engines

V. Radionic Engines

VI. Conclusions

Appendix I. Tables of Radiergols

Appendix II. Radiergol Theory

Appendix III. Curies, Roentgens, Kilowatts, and Protection

Appendix IV. Optimal Propulsion

Appendix V. Electrical Breakdown in Vacuum, After Cranberg

References

Author Index

Subject Index