The Apollo Lunar Samples : Collection Analysis and Results
New York, NY : Springer New York : Imprint: Praxis, 2017
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This book focuses on the specific mission planning for lunar sample collection, the equipment used, and the analysis and findings concerning the samples at the Lunar Receiving Laboratory in Texas. Anthony Young documents the collection of Apollo samples for the first time for readers of all backgrounds, and includes interviews with many of those involved in planning and analyzing the samples. NASA contracted with the U.S. Geologic Survey to perform classroom and field training of the A ...; [leggi tutto]
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| Descrizione | The Apollo Lunar Samples : Collection Analysis and Results / by Anthony Young. - New York, NY : Springer New York : Imprint: Praxis, 2017. - X, 114 p. 64 ill., 27 ill. in color ; online resource. - (SpringerBriefs in Space Development) |
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Preface -- Chapter 1 Lunar Probes Pave the Way -- Chapter 2 Planning the Apollo Missions Sample Collection and Processing -- Chapter 3 Astronaut Geologic and Sample Collection Training for Missions -- Chapter 4 Apollo Lunar Landing Missions 11, 12, and 14 -- Chapter 5 Apollo Lunar Landing Missions 15, 16, and 17 -- Chapter 6 Preliminary Sample Findings from the Apollo Missions and Post-Apollo Findings -- End Note -- Appendix: The Top Ten Scientific Discoveries Made During the Apollo Exploration -- Missions to the Moon -- Glossary -- Index.. - Springer eBooks. - Printed edition: 9781461461845
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