Technology for small spacecraft / Panel on Small Spacecraft Technology, Committee on Advanced Space Technology, Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board, Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems, National Research Coouncil.

Author/creator National Research Council (U.S.).
Other author Adams, Laurence J.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoWashington, D.C. : National Academy Press,
Descriptionxiv, 139 p. ; 26 cm.
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Subjects

Contents Introduction -- Systems engineering and operations -- Spacecraft propulsion technology -- Spacecraft electric power -- Spacecraft structures and materials -- Small spacecraft communications technology -- Guidance and control technology -- Sensors for small spacecraft -- Robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence -- Launch vehicle technology for small spacecraft -- Overall findings and recommendations.
General noteIncludes appendices.
General notePanel chairman: Laurence J. Adams.
General noteStudy was supported by a contract from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 103-109).
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 94067334
ISBN0309050758