Space shuttle columbia lifts off from kennedy space center, on april 12, 1981. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. May 11, 2001 although an old book measured in time, this book is still current and one of the most accurate books on the space shuttle. Nasas space shuttle program officially began in 1972, but its roots go all the way back to a nazi concept vehicle from the 1930s. This amazing book documents the history of the space shuttle program by collecting anecdotes and reminiscences from the astronauts and some remarkable.
Nasa and its aerospace industry contractors continued engineering studies through january and february of 1972. The space shuttle endeavour glides back to earth on jan. To accompany the last flights of the shuttle, im reading again shuttlerelated books, including dennis jenkins space shuttle the history of developing the national space transportatation system the beginning through sts75. It was a new kind of spacecraft because it could be used again and again. This flag belonged to dennis jenkins, a consulting aerospace engineer for the space shuttle program, and author of space shuttle. This book includes a short biography of each of the shuttle challenger astronauts and a briefer biography of the members of the rogers commission. During the flight, hot gases escaped from the oring and made it break apart. A remarkable flying machine is a nasa documentary of the first space shuttle mission. This book provides a detailed overview of the history of winged spacecraft and the development of the vehicle we call the space shuttle, and provides a.
The information in this section is compiled and updated by the jsc projects offices flight engineering and vehicle management office. The space shuttle was a spacecraft which was used by the american national aeronautics and space administration, or nasa. Celebrating thirty years of nasa s first space plane. At the very back of the book is a space shuttle log. This book is an incredibly detailed exploration of history of the development of the space transportation system aka space shuttle. Ibm and the space shuttle ibm computers have played a key role in each space shuttle mission from liftoff to landing. Challenger, the investigation of the accident, and the return of the shuttle to space flight. History of the space shuttle space shuttle history was made with the first shuttle flight in 1981. The space shuttle challenger disaster occurred on january 28, 1986, when the nasa space shuttle challenger broke up 73 seconds after liftoff. This is the first book to cover specifically the history of the space shuttle discovery, the most storied orbiter in the fleet.
The space shuttle challenger was the most heavily used space shuttle in the three years it was operational, carrying the first minority astronaut and woman astronaut into space. The space shuttle challenger disaster that occurred on january 28, 1986, marked one of the most devastating days in the history of space exploration. This role follows more than two decades of ibm support to a variety of nasa space programs, including every manned space flight. The untold story of a lost space shuttle and her crew, a grimly captivating new history of the loss of. This is a concise history of the american space shuttle program to appeal to a more general audience than the specialized books that are. Nasas space shuttle orbiters were the first spacecraft capable of routinely launching into orbit like rockets and then returning to earth as gliders. The nasa space shuttle challenger exploded on january 28, 1986, just 73 seconds after liftoff, bringing a devastating end to the spacecrafts 10th mission. Redefining humanitys purpose in space new haven, ct. Photo book honors nasas space shuttle program space. The apollo space program is the most famous and celebrated in american history, but the first successful landing of men on the moon, during apollo 11, had complicated roots dating back over a decade. Commander john young and pilot robert crippen were onboard sts1, the first orbital flight of the space shuttle program. The flight campaign for the american space shuttle began on april 12, 1981, with the launch of sts1 from the kennedy space center, florida, and ended on july 21, 2011, with wheels stop of sts5. During the 30 years and 5 missions in between, the program experienced triumphs and tragedies, amazed the world with its orbital exploits, and was frequently the subject of admiration, condemnation, pride, and despair. The quest to get photos of the ussrs first space shuttle.
Commander john young and pilot robert crippen were onboard. The space shuttle is a partially reusable low earth orbital spacecraft system that was operated from 1981 to 2011 by the u. The disaster was the second fatal accident in the space shuttle program, after the 1986 breakup of challenger soon after liftoff. Space shuttles were used to carry astronauts and cargo into space. Written by fourtime space shuttle flyer tom jones, the book features nearly 400 different questions and answers on just about every facet of his. This is an annotated bibliography of historical books, articles, and studies about the space shuttle, originally published in 1992. The space shuttle wis a pairtially reuisable law yird orbital spacecraft seestem operatit bi the u. National aeronautics and space administration nasa. Although i enjoyed this book, it bills itself as a complete history of the shuttle, not just a technical history. Basic information about each mission in the space shuttle. Commemorating 30 years of space shuttle exploration, this beautifully designed photography book by graphic designerauthor luke wesley price, comprises some of the most breath taking and aweinspiring nasa images from the space shuttles 30 year service history, ever to be published in one impressive collection.
Apollo was the seventh manned mission in the apollo space program 19611975 and the third lunar landing mission, though the three astronauts aboard never reached the. Jul 17, 2015 book news recounts the decision to launch. The book provides a retrospective of all 4 space shuttle missions, including the shuttles final flight. Price continued following the space shuttles exploits while diving into the history of human space exploration, all the way back to the mercury. This is a great book on the history of the space shuttle. When nasa began work on what became the space shuttle at the end of the apollo program, few recognized how important a part of american life it would become over the next thirtyplus years. The articles included in the first volume were judged to be most essential for researchers writing on the space shuttle s history. Mcdonald s book is, like the shuttle itself, a massive, complex, and fascinating work. Space shuttle, partially reusable rocketlaunched vehicle designed to go into orbit around earth, to transport people and cargo to and from orbiting spacecraft, and to glide to a runway landing on its return to earths surface. Florida historical quarterly a major contribution to a difficult episode in the history of human. Jenkins book on the history of the space transportation system, colloquially known as the space shuttle reaches both forward and backwards into the history behind the idea. From its first launch 30 years ago to its final mission scheduled for next friday, nasas space shuttle program has seen moments of dizzying. Apollo was the seventh manned mission in the apollo space program 19611975 and the third lunar landing mission, though the three astronauts aboard never reached the moon and scrambled to. Celebrating 30 years of the space shuttle program u.
They were the main element of nasas space transportation system, and were used for scientific research and space applications, such as deploying and repairing satellites. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. During the 30 years and 5 missions in between, the program experienced triumphs and tragedies. Bringing columbia home is a grimly captivating new history. Nasas space shuttle was unlike any other spacecraft built during the 30 years the program was in operation. Jenkins, 9780764357701, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Part 2 is available as monographs in aerospace history, no. The reallife technothriller from a bestselling author and aviation expert that recaptures the historic moments leading up to the launch of the space shuttle columbia and the exciting story of her daring maiden flight. The history of nasa s two most notorious disasters by charles river editors aug 1, 2016 3.
This book is meant for a more general audience and includes a short history of the space shuttle program, a twopage article on each of the 5 missions, a brief description of the two accidents, and an overview of the retirement activities at the end of the program. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. It was developed by nasa and made 5 spaceflights between 1981 and 2011. Oprahs book club quickly became a hugely influential force in the publishing. Dennis r jenkins the flight campaign for the american space shuttle began on april 12, 1981, with the launch of sts1 from the kennedy space center, florida, and ended on july 21, 2011, with wheels stop of sts5. It has information about all about the space shuttle flights. Developing an icon is primarily meant to be a reference set aimed at space history enthusiasts, but earlier versions attracted a layman audience, so this one may appeal to a wider audience, according to jenkins. Matthew hersch, author of inventing the american astronaut.
This book was a required text for a graduatelevel space class i took a few years ago. Although an old book measured in time, this book is still current and one of the most accurate books on the space shuttle. The shuttle program will end when atlantis touches down next. Jan 24, 2018 theyve teamed up for bringing columbia home. Either the page is no longer relevant or consensus on its purpose has become unclear. National aeronautics and space administration nasa as part of the space shuttle program. Its official program name was space transportation system sts, taken from a 1969 plan for a system of reusable spacecraft of which it was the only item funded for development. Challenger was also the first space shuttle to complete a landing at night. The cause of the explosion was a part called an oring that broke in the right solid rocket booster. The history and legacy of nasas most notorious tragedy was very informative. The space shuttle was developed by nasa as a partially reusable low earth orbital spacecraft.
Flag, space shuttle, discovery national air and space museum. A fine collection of materials relating to each space shuttle mission including an. The untold story of a lost space shuttle and her crew, a grimly captivating new history of the loss of the space columbia with all hands on feb. Space shuttle columbia lifted off on april 12, 1981, and stayed in orbit for about two days. Shuttle operational data book nasa human space flight. Jun 28, 2011 nasas space shuttle program officially began in 1972, but its roots go all the way back to a nazi concept vehicle from the 1930s. The history of the national space transportation system. Jun 12, 2017 finally, a new book on the cultural history of the space shuttle may be found in spaceflight in the shuttle era and beyond. National aeronautics and space administration nasa, as pairt o. The amount of historical, technical, and operational information packed into these couple hundred pages is amazing.
The space shuttle is a partially reusable low earth orbital spacecraft system that was operated. Feb 17, 2018 space shuttle reusable low earth orbital spacecraft the three parts that made up the space shuttle were the orbiter the part that resembled an aeroplane, the large orange external tank and the 2. The space shuttle columbia disaster was a fatal incident in the united states space program that occurred on february 1, 2003, when the space shuttle columbia ov102 disintegrated as it reentered the atmosphere, killing all seven crew members. Jenkins offers a comprehensive and engaging story of the development of the us space shuttle, its operational characteristics, and the work done during its first 100 missions. From the title to the cover and the quotes from big names like chris hadfield, into the black appears to deliver a nailbiter about a shuttle flight. Sts4, the final mission of space shuttle endeavour. Best spaceflight and space history books to read in 2019 space.
The space shuttle program was suspended and then, in 1993, canceled by boris yeltsin, the first postsoviet russian president. Learn the history of the space shuttle, including the challenger and columbia disasters. The real shortcoming of the book is its failure to examine. The book begins with a history of some pioneering work by germans in wwii and follows the history of the development of the concept of the shuttle, how contracts were awarded to aerospace firms, and how the actual shuttle was built. The nasa space shuttle program was designed as a way to send nasa astronauts into space at a lower cost than prior programs, because for the first time the space shuttle. Nixon announced that nasa would proceed with the development of a reusable low cost space shuttle system. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Mar, 2020 space shuttle, partially reusable rocketlaunched vehicle designed to go into orbit around earth, to transport people and cargo to and from orbiting spacecraft, and to glide to a runway landing on its return to earths surface.
The history of the space shuttle takes you on a unique journey through the triumphs and tragedy of the shuttle program, from the earliest design and testing to the historic final launch. Using interviews, nasa oral histories, and recently declassified material, into the black pieces together the dramatic untold story of the columbia mission. But the thrust of the book is the development of floridas space coast. A fine collection of materials relating to each space shuttle mission including an impressive collection of images. Commemorating 30 years of space shuttle exploration, this beautifully designed photography book by graphic designerauthor luke wesley price, comprises some of the most breath taking and aweinspiring nasa images from the space shuttles 30 year service history, ever. It has a complete history from the very first thinkings of a winged reusable aerospace plane to the time of the 100th space shuttle mission conducted in october 2000. Just over a minute after the space shuttle lifted off, a malfunction in the spacecrafts oringsrubber seals that separated its rocket boosterscaused a fire to start that destabilized the. May 21, 2019 best spaceflight and space history books. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. On september 17, 1976, nasa publicly unveils its first space shuttle, the. These are followed by a design brief that challenges students to design a spacesuit prototype for a mission to mars and classroom activities. While not vast, the literature on the history of the space shuttle is now large enough to permit assessment.
The history of the american space shuttle book, 2019. Space shuttle simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. In 1977, the enterprise became the first space shuttle to fly freely when it was lifted to a. Webb, nasa, and the secret history of project apollo and island in the sky. Schiffer publishing the history of the american space shuttle the flight campaign for the american space shuttle began on april 12, 1981, with the launch of sts1 from the kennedy space center, florida, and ended on july 21, 2011, with wheels stop of sts5.
This page is currently inactive and is retained for historical reference. Space shuttle reusable low earth orbital spacecraft the three parts that made up the space shuttle were the orbiter the part that resembled an. The first 100 missions is one of the most amazing technical books on space vehicles ever printed. Jul 01, 2011 space shuttle columbia lifts off from kennedy space center, on april 12, 1981. Nasa unveils its first space shuttle, the enterprise history. This illustrated book marks a special moment in history. Bringing columbia home is a grimly captivating new. The history of the national space transportation system, a definitive book detailing the development and first 100 flights, of the space shuttles. Given the books scope and valerie neals status as a space shuttle expert, spaceflight in the shuttle era and beyond is certain to become a resource for all those interested in space history. Best spaceflight and space history books to read in 2019. Mar 24, 2015 theres no denying that into the black is one of the most comprehensive books about the first space shuttle flight, which makes it double unfortunate the book doesnt quite deliver on its promise.
There are some chapters, including most of the first book, that are actually a continual story, jenkins said. The nasa history of manned lunar spacecraft to 1969. Replete with images and facts of each mission and crew, this book is a tribute to everything accomplished during the 30 years of operation of the space shuttle program that defined nasa for an entire generation. The missions of the space shuttle discovery by robert a. Operational missions launched numerous satellites, conducted. Cargo such as satellites, parts of a space station or scientific instruments were taken up into space by the space shuttle. The space shuttle was a partially reusable low earth orbital spacecraft system operated by the u. Presidential direction to pursue shuttle on january 5, 1972, president richard m.
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