Stratospheric balloons : science and commerce at the edge of space / Manfred "Dutch" von Ehrenfried.
2021
QB136
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Title
Stratospheric balloons : science and commerce at the edge of space / Manfred "Dutch" von Ehrenfried.
Author
Ehrenfried, Manfred von.
ISBN
9783030681302 (electronic bk.)
3030681300 (electronic bk.)
3030681297
9783030681296
3030681300 (electronic bk.)
3030681297
9783030681296
Publication Details
Cham : Springer ; Chichester : Praxis Publishing, 2021.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-68130-2 doi
Call Number
QB136
Dewey Decimal Classification
522
Summary
Stratospheric balloons are powerful tools used to study the Earth and its atmosphere, as well as the greater cosmos beyond. This book describes the science and technology behind modern stratospheric ballooning, along with the surprising ways it has impacted our daily lives. The book takes you through every step of the process, starting with an in-depth introduction to basic balloon types and their uses before delving into balloon construction and mission planning. Along the way, you will learn about the novel technologies that have radically changed these balloons and their ability to launch, control and navigate them over specific ground targets. Next follows an exploration of their incredible applications, including research in atmospheric science, cosmology and astronomy, earth studies, meteorology, and aerobiology, and also commercial capabilities such as Internet networks and high-altitude tourism. The community of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in stratospheric ballooning is only ever growing. This book shows you how these national and international efforts have truly soared in recent years, and it will be an enjoyable read for anybody interested in learning more about how science and commerce are conducted in the stratosphere, at the edge of space.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed March 25, 2021).
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Springer-Praxis books in space exploration.
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Print version: 9783030681296
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Stratospheric Balloon Descriptions
Chapter 3. Balloon Elements
Chapter 4. Mission Drivers and Operations
Chapter 5. Commercial Corporations and Applications
Chapter 6. Launch Sites
Chapter 7. Scientific Flight Types
Chapter 8. Accomplishments
Chapter 9. The Balloon World
Chapter 10. Educating the Next Generation
Chapter 11. Conclusions.
Chapter 2. Stratospheric Balloon Descriptions
Chapter 3. Balloon Elements
Chapter 4. Mission Drivers and Operations
Chapter 5. Commercial Corporations and Applications
Chapter 6. Launch Sites
Chapter 7. Scientific Flight Types
Chapter 8. Accomplishments
Chapter 9. The Balloon World
Chapter 10. Educating the Next Generation
Chapter 11. Conclusions.