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Down to Earth : satellite technologies, industries, and cultures /

Though satellites are now used by a wide array of entertainment, communications, and information technologies, from radio stations to GPS devices, the business of making, launching, and maintaining satellites is still shrouded in mystery. Down to Earth presents the first comprehensive overview of th...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Parks, Lisa, Schwoch, James
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Piscataway : Rutgers University Press, 2012.
Colección:New directions in international studies.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:Though satellites are now used by a wide array of entertainment, communications, and information technologies, from radio stations to GPS devices, the business of making, launching, and maintaining satellites is still shrouded in mystery. Down to Earth presents the first comprehensive overview of the geopolitical maneuvers, financial investments, scientific innovations, and ideological struggles that take place behind the scenes of this fascinating industry.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (x, 312 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780813553337
0813553334
0813552745
9780813552743
1280691700
9781280691706
9786613668646
6613668648