Overview The study of astronautics and space missions can appear difficult at times, but our goal with Understanding Space is to bring space down to Earth and de-mystify it, so each reader understands the big picture with confidence. It contains historical background and a discussion of space missions, space environment, orbits, atmospheric entry, spacecraft design, spacecraft subsystems, and space operations. This is a truly user-friendly, full-color text focused on understanding concepts and practical applications, written in a down-to-earth, engaging manner that effortlessly helps the reader understand complex topics. It is laid out with multi-color highlights for key terms and ideas, reinforced by detailed example problems, and supported by section reviews that summarize key concepts, terms, and equations. Audience - Undergraduate aerospace students
- Advanced high school students
Click the Table of Contents to explore the topics covered and see what's inside. Pair your textbook with the Companion Learning Center for a more interactive way to explore space systems concepts. Add CLC access to your order and get more from the content you already trust. Author Bio Dr. Jerry Jon Sellers is an aerospace educator, space systems expert, and author of Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics. With more than 25 years of experience spanning space systems engineering, education, and mission operations, he has helped shape the next generation of aerospace professionals.
Throughout his career, he has served as Director of the U.S. Air Force Academy's Space Systems Research Center, Chief of Astronautics for the Air Force European Office of Aerospace Research & Development, Assistant Professor of Astronautics at the U.S. Air Force Academy, and a Guidance & On-board Navigation Officer in NASA Space Shuttle Mission Control.
As CFO and Principal Partner of Teaching Science & Technology, Inc. (TSTI), Dr. Sellers continues to provide world-class space systems engineering training and education to leading space organizations around the globe.
Jerry Sellers’ commitment to advancing space education and engineering has left an enduring legacy that continues to shape the future of the global aerospace community. Accessibility Accessibility is an important priority at Space Technology Series. We integrate accessibility into our day-to-day development efforts and product roadmaps, working toward alignment with WCAG guidelines to help ensure our digital products and learning resources are accessible to all users. Contact us if you are interested in Education or Training opportunities associated with our books. |
