How Space Physics Really Works

How Space Physics Really Works

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May, Andrew
Springer, Berlin
EAN: 9783031339493
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There is a huge gulf between the real physics of space travel and the way it is commonly portrayed in movies and TV shows. That’s not because space physics is difficult or obscure – most of the details were understood by the end of the 18th century – but because it can often be bafflingly counter-intuitive for a general audience. The purpose of this book isn’t to criticize or debunk popular sci-fi depictions, which can be very entertaining, but to focus on how space physics really works. This is done with the aid of numerous practical illustrations taken from the works of serious science fiction authors – from Jules Verne and Arthur C. Clarke to Larry Niven and Andy Weir – who have taken positive pleasure in getting their scientific facts right.

EAN 9783031339493
ISBN 3031339495
Binding Paperback / softback
Publisher Springer, Berlin
Publication date June 29, 2023
Pages 151
Language English
Dimensions 235 x 155
Country Switzerland
Authors May, Andrew
Illustrations 32 Illustrations, color; 12 Illustrations, black and white; VI, 151 p. 44 illus., 32 illus. in color.
Series Science and Fiction