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Edge Of Space

Eleanor Hawking

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"Edge of Space" offers a comprehensive exploration of the technical and human challenges encountered at the boundary between Earth's atmosphere and space, focusing particularly on the engineering marvels and physiological demands of suborbital flight.

 
The book expertly weaves together three crucial elements: pressure suit technology development, suborbital flight systems evolution, and high-altitude mission training protocols, providing readers with a thorough understanding of what it takes to operate at altitudes where human survival depends entirely on specialized equipment.

 
Through a blend of empirical data, case studies, and technical specifications from worldwide aerospace programs, the book illuminates the complex interplay between human physiology and aerospace engineering. Readers discover how atmospheric pressure changes above 50,000 feet necessitate sophisticated life support systems, and how modern propulsion systems and aerodynamic designs enable safe operation at these extreme altitudes.

 
The text skillfully balances technical depth with accessibility, incorporating practical examples and actual mission data to illustrate complex concepts. The book progresses logically from fundamental physical challenges to advanced engineering solutions, culminating in a forward-looking analysis of emerging technologies and future developments in high-altitude operations.

 
What sets this work apart is its interdisciplinary approach, connecting aerospace engineering with human physiology, materials science, and meteorology, making it an invaluable resource for both industry professionals and informed enthusiasts interested in the technical foundations of reaching space's edge.
Disponível desde: 11/01/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 120 páginas.

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