Advances in Space Science and Technology

Contributors to Volume 10

Foreword

Contents of Previous Volumes and Supplementary Monographs

Antarctic Research and Lunar Exploration

I. Introduction

II. Mission Objectives

III. Role of Man

IV. Man and the Environment

V. Logistics

VI. Shelter and Protective Construction

VII. Construction Methods and Techniques

VIII. Transportation

IX. Program Administration and Planning

X. The Dilemma of Economic Benefit

XI. National Security and Prestige and International Cooperation

XII. Conclusions

References

Geology of Mars

I. Former Interpretations of Mars

II. Polar Phenomena and Orbital Relations

III. The Dark and Light Regions on Mars

IV. Orbital Eccentricity and Seasonal Meteorology

V. Planetary Volcanism and Consequences

VI. Erosion on Mars

VII. Seasonal Phenomena: Indicators of Certain Topographic Features

VIII. Consequences of Impact from Foreign Bodies

IX. The Crust of Mars and Diastrophism

X. Absence of the Roles of Water and Oxygen

XI. Mineralogical Consequences

References

Navigational Aspects of Transstellar Space Flight

I. Introduction

II. Observables

III. Navigational Concepts

IV. Instrumentation

V. Summary

References

The “Trojan Relay” as a Method of Ensuring Uninterrupted Radio Communication Throughout the Solar System

I. Introduction

II. The “Trojan Relay” System

III. Planetary Relay System

IV. Stability of the Trojan Positions

V. Trojan Relay Design Concept

VI. Potential Disadvantages of the System

References

Astronautics: An Outline of Utility

I. Introduction

II. The Obvious Utility of Space Flight

III. Some Speculative Possibilities

IV. Beyond Mere Utility

Epilogue

References

Author Index

Subject Index

Cumulative Topical Index