Stratospheric balloons are powerful tools used to study the Earth and its atmosphere, as well as the greater cosmos beyond. This book describes the science and
The aim of this book is to introduce scientific ballooning to the many people who are interested in the use of balloons for scientific applications. The book of
Here, Dave Shayler examines the hurdles faced by space crews as they prepare and embark on space missions. Divided into six parts, the text opens with the fatef