The New Space Race: China vs. USA

The world’s most populous nation views space as an asset, not only from a technological and commercial perspective but also from a political one. The repercussions of this ideology already extend far beyond Washington. China vs. the United States explores future Chinese aspirations in space and the...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Seedhouse, Erik
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Praxis 2010, 2010
Edition:1st ed. 2010
Series:Space Exploration
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:The world’s most populous nation views space as an asset, not only from a technological and commercial perspective but also from a political one. The repercussions of this ideology already extend far beyond Washington. China vs. the United States explores future Chinese aspirations in space and the implications of a looming space race. Dr. Seedhouse provides background information on the fifteen-year history of the China National Space Administration and its long list of accomplishments. Sino-U.S. technological and commercial interests in space are discussed, including their interest in encouraging a potential space race. The national security objectives of the U.S. and China are also examined.
Physical Description:256 p. 81 illus., 29 illus. in color online resource
ISBN:9781441908803