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Planetary Defense
Global Collaboration for Defending Earth from Asteroids and Comets
Inbunden, 2019
1311 kr
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Planetary defense from near-Earth objects such as asteroids is a far more nuanced and challenging topic than it might seem. Each day, technology is making it easier to detect asteroid impact threats in advance, but at present, there is still no easy way to design and implement any form of global …
Human Factor in a Mission to Mars
An Interdisciplinary Approach
Inbunden, 2019
1643 kr
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A manned mission to Mars is faced with challenges and topics that may not be obvious but of great importance and challenging for such a mission. This is the first book that collects contributions from scholars in various fields, from astronomy and medicine, to theology and philosophy, addressing …
Computer Simulations of Space Societies
Häftad, 2019
1316 kr
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At the intersection of astronautics, computer science, and social science, this book introduces the challenges and insights associated with computer simulation of human society in outer space, and of the dynamics of terrestrial enthusiasm for space exploration. Never before have so many dynamic …
Principles of Space Anthropology
Establishing a Science of Human Space Settlement
Inbunden, 2019
1692 kr
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This book shows how anthropology can provide an innovative perspective on the human movement into space. It examines adaptation to space on timescales of generations, rather than merely months or years, and uses evolutionary adaptation as a guiding theme. Employing the lessons of evolutionary …
Cosmological Theories of Value
Science, Philosophy, and Meaning in Cosmic Evolution
Inbunden, 2020
1207 kr
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Building from foundations of modern science and cosmic evolution, as well as psychological and philosophical perspectives of value and meaning, this book explores some of humanity’s biggest questions:· Is the Universe “about something”?· What might be roles for life and intelligence in cosmic …
Communicating Space Exploration
Challenges, State of the Art and Future Trends
Inbunden, 2020
1534 kr
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This book offers an enlightening analysis of the ways in which the communication of space explorations has evolved in response to political and social developments and the availability of new media and communication tools. Important challenges to effective communication are discussed, including the …
Communicating Space Exploration
Challenges, State of the Art and Future Trends
Häftad, 2021
1534 kr
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This book offers an enlightening analysis of the ways in which the communication of space explorations has evolved in response to political and social developments and the availability of new media and communication tools. Important challenges to effective communication are discussed, including the …
Human Enhancements for Space Missions
Lunar, Martian, and Future Missions to the Outer Planets
Inbunden, 2020
1425 kr
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This book presents a collection of chapters, which address various contexts and challenges of the idea of human enhancement for the purposes of human space missions. The authors discuss pros and cons of mostly biological enhancement of human astronauts operating in hostile space environments, but …
Human Enhancements for Space Missions
Lunar, Martian, and Future Missions to the Outer Planets
Häftad, 2021
1425 kr
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This book presents a collection of chapters, which address various contexts and challenges of the idea of human enhancement for the purposes of human space missions. The authors discuss pros and cons of mostly biological enhancement of human astronauts operating in hostile space environments, but …
Space Habitats and Habitability
Designing for Isolated and Confined Environments on Earth and in Space
Av Sandra Häuplik-Meusburger, Sheryl Bishop
Inbunden, 2021
1970 kr
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This book explores creative solutions to the unique challenges inherent in crafting livable spaces in extra-terrestrial environments. The goal is to foster a constructive dialogue between the researchers and planners of future (space) habitats. The authors explore the diverse concepts of the term …
Space Habitats and Habitability
Designing for Isolated and Confined Environments on Earth and in Space
Av Sandra Häuplik-Meusburger, Sheryl Bishop
Häftad, 2022
1970 kr
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This book explores creative solutions to the unique challenges inherent in crafting livable spaces in extra-terrestrial environments. The goal is to foster a constructive dialogue between the researchers and planners of future (space) habitats. The authors explore the diverse concepts of the term …
Human Factor in the Settlement of the Moon
An Interdisciplinary Approach
Av Margaret Boone Rappaport, Konrad Szocik
Inbunden, 2021
1534 kr
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Approaching the settlement of our Moon from a practical perspective, this book is well suited for space program planners. It addresses a variety of human factor topics involved in colonizing Earth's Moon, including: history, philosophy, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, politics & …
Human Factor in the Settlement of the Moon
An Interdisciplinary Approach
Av Margaret Boone Rappaport, Konrad Szocik
Häftad, 2022
1534 kr
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Approaching the settlement of our Moon from a practical perspective, this book is well suited for space program planners. It addresses a variety of human factor topics involved in colonizing Earth's Moon, including: history, philosophy, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, politics & …
Governance of Emerging Space Challenges
The Benefits of a Responsible Cosmopolitan State Policy
Inbunden, 2022
1208 kr
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This edited volume discusses how even small nation states can make a significant difference in the future of space governance. The book is divided into three main sections covering political theory, case studies, and space technology and applications. Key topics of discussion include planetary …
Governance of Emerging Space Challenges
The Benefits of a Responsible Cosmopolitan State Policy
Häftad, 2023
1208 kr
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This edited volume discusses how even small nation states can make a significant difference in the future of space governance. The book is divided into three main sections covering political theory, case studies, and space technology and applications. Key topics of discussion include planetary …
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Astronomy
A Modern History
Inbunden, 2023
1534 kr
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Astronomy is a field concerned with matters very distant from Earth. Most phenomena, whether observed or theorized, transcend human spaces and timescales by orders of magnitude. Yet, many scientists have been interested not just in the events that have occurred millennia before Earth's inception, …
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Astronomy
A Modern History
Häftad, 2024
1534 kr
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Astronomy is a field concerned with matters very distant from Earth. Most phenomena, whether observed or theorized, transcend human spaces and timescales by orders of magnitude. Yet, many scientists have been interested not just in the events that have occurred millennia before Earth's inception, …
Mars and the Earthlings: A Realistic View on Mars Exploration and Settlement
Av Cyprien Verseux, Muriel Gargaud m. fl.
Inbunden, 2025
1752 kr
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In an era of public Mars fascination, this book offers an objective presentation of the challenges of crewed Mars missions and discusses scenarios of Mars settlements under scientific, technical, social, economic , ethical and political aspects. With the aim to make the reader comprehend what is …
Mars and the Earthlings: A Realistic View on Mars Exploration and Settlement
Av Cyprien Verseux, Muriel Gargaud m. fl.
Häftad, 2026
1316 kr
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In an era of public Mars fascination, this book offers an objective presentation of the challenges of crewed Mars missions and discusses scenarios of Mars settlements under scientific, technical, social, economic , ethical and political aspects. With the aim to make the reader comprehend what is …
Sustainable Development in South Asia: The Role of Space Technologies, Laws and Policies
Av Ram S. Jakhu, Upasana Dasgupta m. fl.
Inbunden, 2027
2266 kr
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This book provides a general overview as well as country-specific details of the role that space technology is currently playing and can potentially play in enhancing human lives and fulfilling the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in selected South Asian countries. Focusing on the unique …
Greek Space Law
Collaborating with a Growing Space-faring Country
Av Anthi Koskina, Manolis Plionis
Inbunden, 2025
1511 kr
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This book provides an overview of the Greek legislation applying to space activity under the responsibility of the Greek State, as in line with international space law. Greece is not an established space-faring country; however, it is showing particular dynamism, making the most of its …
Greek Space Law
Collaborating with a Growing Space-faring Country
Av Anthi Koskina, Manolis Plionis
Häftad, 2026
1110 kr
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This book provides an overview of the Greek legislation applying to space activity under the responsibility of the Greek State, as in line with international space law. Greece is not an established space-faring country; however, it is showing particular dynamism, making the most of its …
Temporal Organization of Life
Investigating the Conceptual, Ethical and Ontological Implications of Astrobiology
Av Jason Howard
Inbunden, 2027
1743 kr
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One of the more contentious debates to emerge into scientific prominence has been whether life is prevalent in the cosmos and its level of complexity. The author of this book argues that, of the many factors that shape this debate, one of the most overlooked yet crucial rests on the different roles …
Space Resource Utilization and Exploitation: The Suspended Step of International Law
The Suspended Step of International Law
Inbunden, 2025
1612 kr
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The exploration, use, and exploitation of space resources is the most exciting chapter among today's issues of concern to the space community. At the same time, however, it has generated intense controversy at the international level, since current international and space law do not seem to ensure …
Space Architecture Education for Engineers and Architects
Designing and Planning Beyond Earth
Av Sandra Häuplik-Meusburger, Olga Bannova
Inbunden, 2026
2115 kr
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This book provides all aspects of designing, building and operating future space habitation projects, along with its commercialization. It highlights two key educational approaches for educating the next generation of architects and engineers in space habitation design in the twenty-first century: …
Stars, Myths and Rituals in Etruscan Rome
Inbunden, 2014
1098 kr
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This book offers a detailed and fascinating picture of the astonishing astronomical knowledge on which the Roman calendar, traditionally attributed to the king Numa Pompilius (reign 715-673 B.C.), was based. This knowledge, of Mesopotamian origins, related mainly to the planetary movements and to …
Archaeology and Heritage of the Human Movement into Space
Av Beth Laura O’Leary, P. J. Capelotti
Inbunden, 2014
569 kr
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This volume addresses the creation, documentation, preservation, and study of the archaeology of lunar, planetary, and interstellar exploration. It defines the attributes of common human technological expressions within national and, increasingly, private exploration efforts, and explore the …
Meaning and Value of Spaceflight
Public Perceptions
Inbunden, 2014
1098 kr
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This book presents the most serious and comprehensive study, by far, of American public perceptions about the meaning of space exploration, analyzing vast troves of questionnaire data collected by many researchers and polling firms over a span of six decades and anchored in influential social …
Meaning of Liberty Beyond Earth
Inbunden, 2014
1643 kr
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The purpose of this book is to initiate a new discussion on liberty focusing on the infinite realms of space. The discussion of the nature of liberty and what it means for a human to be free has occupied the minds of thinkers since the Enlightenment. However, without exception, every one of these …
Extraterrestrial Intelligence and Human Imagination
SETI at the Intersection of Science, Religion, and Culture
Inbunden, 2014
551 kr
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The search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) represents one of the most significant crossroads at which the assumptions and methods of scientific inquiry come into direct contact with—and in many cases conflict with—those of religion. Indeed, at the core of SETI is the same question that …
