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Author : Isecg
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781457849091
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (49 download)
Download or read book Benefits Stemming from Space Exploration written by Isecg and published by . This book was released on 2013-10-24 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : James A. Vedda
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 145001349X
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (5 download)
Download or read book Choice, Not Fate written by James A. Vedda and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2009-12-14 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Space technology has an important role to play in shaping a sustainable future, employing both human and robotic spaceflight capabilities. But the U.S. civil space program focuses the majority of its resources on the traditional paradigm of sending humans to increasingly distant targets (the Moon, Mars, and beyond). Rather than picking the destinations first and figuring out the goals later, the book suggests that NASA’s spaceflight programs should primarily target the creation of advanced capabilities, especially space infrastructure in the Earth-Moon system, and facilitate a greater role for the commercial sector in this endeavor. This will bring direct benefits to Earth more quickly and at the same time enable steady progress in the exploration and development of the solar system. The narrative begins by examining space in the context of today’s globalized world. Globalization has been a good news/bad news story, and space technology has been an important factor in this process. New wealth and international collaboration have been generated, but so have new problems and old problems have accelerated and spread. If we make the right choices, space development can do more to provide solutions in the decades ahead. The work of noted space futurists of the Cold War era is reviewed, with particular attention to the question: Why have things turned out differently from what most experts predicted and most advocates expected? The NASA exploration program finds itself locked into the “Von Braun paradigm” of the 1950s, which focuses on human spaceflight to the Moon and Mars without adequately explaining the reasons for doing it. This situation is not well suited to the political, economic, and societal environment of the 21st century. At a time when long-term strategic thinking is needed to address enduring global issues, many forces drive us to short-term thinking. The most significant of these forces for the nation’s top decision-makers come from the election cycle, the budget cycle, and the news cycle. Their effects on the presidency, the Congress, and the bureaucracy are examined using examples from recent history and current practices. The emphasis is on the need to change the incentive structure to promote long-term thinking since big technology projects have multi-decade life cycles and are aimed at problems that are national and global in scope. This shift in thinking leads to a revised rationale for spaceflight for the coming decades that is more directly tied to societal needs and ambitions. Space development will require more resources than NASA—or even all of the world’s civilian space agencies combined—can devote to the effort. Partnership with the commercial sector will be essential. Will space commerce be the stimulus for moving out into the solar system? If so, will it contribute to improvement of life back on Earth at the same time? Space commerce is growing fast, but is still small compared to other major global industries. Possibilities and pitfalls are discussed, along with examples of the checkered history of public and private sector attempts to promote space commerce. Making wise choices that have implications lasting decades is a daunting challenge, even when there’s broad agreement on a course of action. The book includes a chapter that warns: be careful what you wish for. Real-world examples (including the space shuttle and space station) demonstrate the difficulties of long-term strategic planning, and two futuristic thought experiments provide further illustration. The chapter concludes by demonstrating the long-term repercussions of poor choices, citing a current problem that has proven hard to fix despite widespread recognition that it needs fixing: export control for space technologies. If 21st century reality is driving us toward a course of action different from that of the Apollo/Cold War era, what should it look like, and what rationale should drive it? Voices of authority and advocacy for space ex
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309181631
Total Pages : 58 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Earth Science and Applications from Space written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2005-09-07 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Earth is a dynamic planet whose changes and variations affect our communications, energy, health, food, housing, and transportation infrastructure. Understanding these changes requires a range of observations acquired from a variety of land-, sea-, air-, and space-based platforms. To assist NASA, NOAA, and the USGS develop these tools, the NRC was asked by these agencies to carry out a decadal strategy survey of Earth science and applications from space. In particular, the study is to develop the key scientific questions on which to focus Earth and environmental observations in the period 2005-2015, and a prioritized list of space programs, missions, and supporting activities to address these questions. This interim report outlines a key element of the studyâ€"the rationale for tying Earth observations to societal needâ€"and identifies urgent near-term actions needed to achieve this goal. A final report, due in late 2006, will provide the list of recommended space missions, programs, and supporting.
Author : Phillip Olla
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402095732
Total Pages : 567 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)
Download or read book Space Technologies for the Benefit of Human Society and Earth written by Phillip Olla and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-03-18 with total page 567 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overview of Space Technology It has been over 50 years since the rst satellite was sent into orbit, and the impact of space technology can be felt in many aspects in our day to day life. In addition to the convenience of knowing exactly where we are on the planet via GPS satellites; or deciding what to pack for a trip based on forecasts from weather satellites; watching CNNinaremotevillageviabroadcasting satellites;therearenowsomecrucialen- ronmental uses of Space technologies in the areas of natural resources management and environmental monitoring. Remotely sensed data reveals an unparallel view of the Earth for systems that require synoptic or periodic observations such as inv- tory control, surveying, agriculture, business, mineralogy, hydrography, geology, land mass cover, land utilization and environment monitoring. The advancement of remote sensing has made remote sensed data more affordable and available to merge with a variety of data sources to create mash-ups. The amalgamation of these data sources into disciplines such as agriculture, urban planning, web applications, cartography, geodetic reference systems, and global navigation satellite systems, are an important advancement of space applications and space science. Space Technology and Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) The MDGs are a set of time-bound, measurable goals and targets that are global as well as country-speci c for combating poverty, hunger, diseases, illiteracy, envir- mental degradation and discrimination against women.
Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309677211
Total Pages : 87 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (96 download)
Download or read book Advancing Urban Sustainability in China and the United States written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2020-07-04 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In November 2018, National Academy of Sciences (NAS) President Marcia McNutt visited China for the first time in her official role. As part of this visit, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Science and Technology for Sustainability (STS) program and the Chinese Academy of Sciences organized a one-day workshop relating to urban sustainability in Beijing. The goal of the visit was to begin to explore some areas where the U.S. National Academies and the Chinese Academy might develop collaboration. At the same time, the trip provided an opportunity to develop links to other parts of the science and technology community in China. To further elucidate some of these issues and build upon current partnerships, an expert committee under the STS program, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, organized a one-day public workshop on urban sustainability in China and the United States, held on December 16, 2019. The workshop focused on the intersection of urban climate change mitigation and adaptation, urban health, and sustainable transportation, including green infrastructure and urban flooding in both countries. This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the workshop.
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309214459
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (92 download)
Download or read book A Framework for K-12 Science Education written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2012-02-28 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science, engineering, and technology permeate nearly every facet of modern life and hold the key to solving many of humanity's most pressing current and future challenges. The United States' position in the global economy is declining, in part because U.S. workers lack fundamental knowledge in these fields. To address the critical issues of U.S. competitiveness and to better prepare the workforce, A Framework for K-12 Science Education proposes a new approach to K-12 science education that will capture students' interest and provide them with the necessary foundational knowledge in the field. A Framework for K-12 Science Education outlines a broad set of expectations for students in science and engineering in grades K-12. These expectations will inform the development of new standards for K-12 science education and, subsequently, revisions to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development for educators. This book identifies three dimensions that convey the core ideas and practices around which science and engineering education in these grades should be built. These three dimensions are: crosscutting concepts that unify the study of science through their common application across science and engineering; scientific and engineering practices; and disciplinary core ideas in the physical sciences, life sciences, and earth and space sciences and for engineering, technology, and the applications of science. The overarching goal is for all high school graduates to have sufficient knowledge of science and engineering to engage in public discussions on science-related issues, be careful consumers of scientific and technical information, and enter the careers of their choice. A Framework for K-12 Science Education is the first step in a process that can inform state-level decisions and achieve a research-grounded basis for improving science instruction and learning across the country. The book will guide standards developers, teachers, curriculum designers, assessment developers, state and district science administrators, and educators who teach science in informal environments.
Author : Patrizia Di Tullo
Publisher : FrancoAngeli
ISBN 13 : 8835150434
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (351 download)
Download or read book The New Space Economy written by Patrizia Di Tullo and published by FrancoAngeli. This book was released on 2023-02-01T14:47:00+01:00 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 366.147
Author : Annette Froehlich
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030060403
Total Pages : 279 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (3 download)
Download or read book Embedding Space in African Society written by Annette Froehlich and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-31 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a detailed insight into how space and its applications are embedded, and can be further embedded, into African society in support of the SDGs, while taking into account the specific features, needs, and diversity of that society. Contributions drawn from across the continent and further afield provide analyses of the particular social situations in a variety of different African countries and regions, and highlight areas where space applications support the SDGs, and where they can further do so. The chapters cover a wide array of relevant and timely topics including basic needs like water quality, education, and capacity building, as well as financial, security, and legal aspects, together with facets of space technologies and infrastructure in Africa. Embedding Space in African Society will be of great interest to students and professionals in sustainable development, governance, and space studies.
Author : Martin A. A. Abraham
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 9780080481272
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (812 download)
Download or read book Sustainability Science and Engineering written by Martin A. A. Abraham and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2005-12-16 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable development is commonly defined as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." Sustainability in engineering incorporates ethical and social issues into the design of products and processes that will be used to benefit society as a whole. Sustainability Science and Engineering, Volume 1: Defining Principles sets out a series of "Sustainable Engineering Principles" that will help engineers design products and services to meet societal needs with minimal impact on the global ecosystem. Using specific examples and illustrations, the authors cleverly demonstrate opportunities for sustainable engineering, providing readers with valuable insight to applying these principles. This book is ideal for technical and non-technical readers looking to enhance their understanding of the impact of sustainability in a technical society. * Defines the principles of sustainable engineering * Provides specific examples of the application of sustainable engineering in industry * Represents the viewpoints of current leaders in the field and describes future needs in new technologies
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309174546
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Advanced Technology for Human Support in Space written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1997-07-02 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Technology for Human Support in Space was written in response to a request from NASA's Office of Life and Microgravity Sciences and Applications (OLMSA) to evaluate its Advanced Human Support Technology Program. This report reviews the four major areas of the program: advanced life support (ALS), environmental monitoring and control (EMC), extravehicular activities (EVA), and space human factors (SHF). The focus of this program is on long-term technology development applicable to future human long-duration space missions, such as for a hypothetical new mission to the Moon or Mars.
Author : Annette Froehlich
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031367472
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (313 download)
Download or read book Space Fostering African Societies written by Annette Froehlich and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-12-19 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This peer-reviewed book provides detailed insights into how space and its applications are, and can be used to support the development of the full range and diversity of African societies, as encapsulated in the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Following on from Part 1 to Part 4, which were highly acclaimed by the space community, it focuses on the role of space in supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals in Africa, but covers an even more extensive array of relevant and timely topics addressing all facets of African development. It demonstrates that, while there have been significant achievements in recent years in terms of economic and social development, which have lifted many of Africa’s people out of poverty, there is still a great deal that needs to be done to fulfill the basic needs of Africa's citizens and afford them the dignity they deserve. To this end, space is already being employed in diverse fields of human endeavor to serve Africa’s goals for its future, but there is much room for further incorporation of space systems and data. Providing a comprehensive overview of the role space is playing in helping Africa achieve its developmental aspirations, the book will appeal to both students and professionals in fields such as space studies, international relations, governance, social, rural and technical development.
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Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0444635432
Total Pages : 380 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (446 download)
Download or read book Advanced Modelling Techniques Studying Global Changes in Environmental Sciences written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Modelling Techniques Studying Global Changes in Environmental Sciences discusses the need for immediate and effective action, guided by a scientific understanding of ecosystem function, to alleviate current pressures on the environment. Research, especially in Ecological Modeling, is crucial to support the sustainable development paradigm, in which the economy, society, and the environment are integrated and positively reinforce each other. Content from this book is drawn from the 2013 conference of the International Society for Ecological Modeling (ISEM), an important and active research community contributing to this arena. Some progress towards gaining a better understanding of the processes of global change has been achieved, but much more is needed. This conference provides a forum to present current research using models to investigate actions towards mitigating and adapting to change. Presents state-of-the-art modeling techniques Drawn from the 2013 conference of the International Society for Ecological Modeling (ISEM), an important and active research community contributing to this arena Integrates knowledge of advanced modeling techniques in ecological and environmental sciences Describes new applications for sustainability
Author : Ferdinando Trapani
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030651819
Total Pages : 635 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)
Download or read book Advanced Studies in Efficient Environmental Design and City Planning written by Ferdinando Trapani and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page 635 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains how learning from past mistakes in urban design can help to enhance sustainable cities and how the principles of Green Urbanism can yield more resilient urban settlements. Environmental design is a fundamental principle in shaping cities. However, environmental challenges like increased resource consumption, water degradation and waste-related issues are among the greatest problems now facing humanity – which is why these issues need to be considered with regard to “smart cities,” either for the development of new urban centers or for the transformation of existing cities. The book not only discusses the importance of integrating sustainability principles in the urban design process, but also demonstrates their application to the development of sustainable cities. As such, the book offers essential information and a source of inspiration for all those who want to build more sustainable cities.
Author : EduGorilla Prep Experts
Publisher : EduGorilla Community Pvt. Ltd.
ISBN 13 : 9358800186
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (588 download)
Download or read book UPSC Mains Paper-IV : General Studies-III Exam 2024 | Topic-wise Study Notes as Per the Latest Syllabus (NCERT) | Concise Guide Book for Complete Preparation written by EduGorilla Prep Experts and published by EduGorilla Community Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EduGorilla General Studies III (Paper IV) Study Notes are a comprehensive guide for aspirants preparing for UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination. These UPSC Mains Notes cover the entire syllabus, to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the topics covered in General Studies III (Paper IV) Why EduGorilla’s UPSC Civil Services Study Notes for General Studies III (Paper IV)? ■ EduGorilla UPSC Study Notes provide concise theory and practice questions for better retainment of facts. ■ General Studies III (Paper IV) Notes for Civil Services are curated by a team of experts at EduGorilla, composed of experienced educators and industry professionals. ■ Our Prep Experts have broken down complex topics in General Studies III (Paper IV) UPSC syllabus into simple easy-to-understand chapters. ■ These topics are further enriched with suitable examples, graphs, and Illustrations
Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on HUD-Space-Science-Veterans
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1444 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)
Download or read book HUD-space-science-veterans Appropriations for 1974 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on HUD-Space-Science-Veterans and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 1444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : R P Meena
Publisher : New India Publication
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 386 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book UPSC IAS Mains Exam: General Studies Paper-3 Complete Study Material written by R P Meena and published by New India Publication. This book was released on with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: General Studies Paper-3 Syllabus for UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam consists of the below major areas: Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management. Detailed syllabus as provided by UPSC is as below: GENERAL STUDIES 3 PAPER SYLLABUS FOR UPSC CIVIL SERVICES MAINS 1. Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. 2. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. 3. Government Budgeting. 4. Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers. 5. Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. 6. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. 7. Land reforms in India. 8. Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. 9. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. 10. Investment models. 11. Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. 12. Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 13. Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nanotechnology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 14. Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. 15. Disaster and disaster management. 16. Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 17. Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. 18. Challenges to internal security through communication networks, the role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention. 19. Security challenges and their management in border areas; linkages of organized crime with terrorism. 20. Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate. Technology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management Topic Covered: 1. Challenges to Internal Security through Communication Networks 2. Money Laundering and Its Prevention 3. Role of Media and Social Networking Sites in Internal Security Challenges 4. Linkages of Organised Crime with Terrorism 5. Land reforms in India 6. Linkages between development and spread of extremism 7. Issues relating to intellectual property rights 8. Awareness in the fields of IT 9. Awareness in the fields of Computers 10. Awareness in the fields of Robotics 11. Awareness in the field of Space 12. Awareness in the fields of Bio-technology 13. Awareness in the fields of nano-technology 14. Conservation 15. Environmental pollution and degradation 16. Environmental impact assessment 17. Food processing and related industries in India- scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management. 18. Environmental Impact Assessment 19. Food processing and related industries in India 20. Security challenges and their management in border areas 21. Disaster Management 22. Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment 23. Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country 24. Different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage 25. E-technology in the aid of farmers 26. Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. 27. Transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints 28. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it 29. Public Distribution System-, functioning, limitations, revamping 30. Issues of buffer stocks and food security 31. Economics of Animal Rearing 32. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways 33. Science and Technology 34. Effects of science and technology in everyday life 35. Application of science and technology 36. Achievements of Indians in science & technology 37. Developments Science and Technology 38. Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology 39. Role of External State and non-state Actors in creating Challenges to internal Security 40. Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309178819
Total Pages : 40 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Satellite Observations to Benefit Science and Society written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2008-09-09 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Satellite Observations to Benefit Science and Society: Recommended Missions for the Next Decade brings the next ten years into focus for the Earth and environmental science community with a prioritized agenda of space programs, missions, and supporting activities that will best serve scientists in the next decade. These missions will address a broad range of societal needs, such as more reliable weather forecasts, early earthquake warnings, and improved pollution management, benefiting both scientific discovery and the health and well-being of society. Based on the 2007 book, Earth Science and Applications from Space: National Imperatives for the Next Decade and Beyond, this book explores each of the seventeen recommended missions in detail, identifying launch dates, responsible agencies, estimated cost, scientific and public benefits, and more. Printed entirely in color, the book features rich photographs and illustrations, tables, and graphs that will keep the attention of scientists and non-scientists alike.
