Description
The Nasa Space Shuttle retires in 2011 after having flown 140 missions - capture a slice of memorabilia through this informative bookIn this book David Baker describes the origin of the reusable launch vehicle concept in the 1960's - its evolution to a viable flying machine in the 70's and then the design, engineering, construction and operationExplains all the internal layout and systems - including the operation of life support, electrical power production, cooling, propulsion, flight control, communications, landing and avionics systemsCutaway drawings, technical illustrations and colour photos
