Prepare for Launch The Astronaut Training Process
To be an astronaut is the dream of thousands of young - and not so young - people. But is the life as glamorous as we think it is? First, each applicant must navigate a protracted application and selection process, submit to lengthy medicals, take dozens of aptitude tests, and face an interview pane...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY
Praxis
2010, 2010
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2010 |
| Series: | Space Exploration
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- Section 1: Becoming an Astronaut. The Application Process. The Selection Process
- Section 2: Training for Life in Space. Astronaut Training. Technical Assignments. Types of Missions. Mission Traning
- Section 3: Before Launch. Behind the Scenes. Countdown to the First Flight. The Final Count