Careers in aerospace : a student's guide to the sky and beyond /
Have you ever looked up and wondered how humans conquered the skies-and what lies beyond? This book requires no prior knowledge of math-just curiosity and a passion for discovery. From the Wright brothers' 12-second flight in 1903 to spacecraft that reach the edge of our solar system, aerospace...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Warrendale, Pennsylvania :
SAE International,
2025.
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | Have you ever looked up and wondered how humans conquered the skies-and what lies beyond? This book requires no prior knowledge of math-just curiosity and a passion for discovery. From the Wright brothers' 12-second flight in 1903 to spacecraft that reach the edge of our solar system, aerospace engineering has propelled us to new frontiers. It is the foundation of modern flight, blending physics, chemistry, biopharmaceuticals, mechanics, electronics, and communications to push the limits of speed, altitude, and exploration. In just over a century, we have progressed from envying birds to flying over three times the speed of sound, launching space shuttles, and venturing into the cosmos. The urge to explore is unstoppable, and the future promises even greater achievements. Whether you're a curious spectator or an aspiring professional, this book offers an engaging introduction to the principles behind aviation and space travel. Understanding the fundamentals will deepen your appreciation for how far we've come- and how much further we have yet to go. We stand at the dawn of something far greater than we can imagine. The next era of exploration awaits-are you ready?. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (1 PDF (xix, 193 pages)) : illustrations, portraits |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 1468607111 9781468607116 9781468607123 146860712X |