Space Industry

Jacobson provides a comprehensive overview of the space industry, allowing everyone to understand the role space plays in our lives and how it will continue to transform the world. Over 100 industry experts and leaders share insights, presenting a 360-degree view of the wide-ranging space industry, its emerging opportunities, investment potential, and benefits.

Full of exclusive new stories, and astonishing detail only an astronaut would know, the book conveys what space exploration is really like: the wondrous view of Earth, the surreal weightlessness, the extraordinary danger, the surprising humdrum, the unexpected humour, the newfound perspective, the years of training, the psychological pressures, the gruelling physical toll, the thrill of launch and the trepidation of re-entry. The book also examines the surprising, shocking and often poignant stories of astronauts back on Earth, whose lives are forever changed as they readjust to terra firma.

Malcolm Gladwell, author of New York Times best sellers including Talking to Strangers and host of the podcast Revisionist History, uses original interviews, archival footage, and his trademark insight to weave together the stories of a Dutch genius and his homemade computer, a band of brothers in Central Alabama, a British psychopath, and pyromaniacal chemists at Harvard. As listeners hear these stories unfurl, Gladwell examines one of the greatest moral challenges in modern American history.

"Really enjoying [Casey Handmer's] "How To Industrialize Mars," which is full of interdisciplinary thinking and clever ideas..." Nat Friedman "[Casey Handmer's] "How To Industrialize Mars" is a stimulating, optimistic, and fun exploration!" Michael Nielsen "I almost never recommend a book until I've finished reading it, but every space settlement geek needs to read "How To Industrialize Mars." Trent Waddington After humans visit Mars, a city will be born. This city's mission: Autonomous self-sufficiency. The challenge: Mars is a deeply lethal, hostile frozen desert vacuum. This book ...

Sierra Nevada, Northrup Grumman, Boeing, and Bigelow Aerospace built prototypes of deep-space habitats that NASA began testing in March 2019. Therefore, physical evidence exists that human beings are committed to living in space for purposes of research and industrial pursuits such as mining. Now that companies are set to take both professional astronauts and well-trained passengers into space as early as summer of 2021, this book will prepare you to take your place - whether as an investor, owner, employee, or enthusiast - in the exciting world of space exploration.

Since 2003, this sci-fi virtual world has been ruled by player-led governments commanding tens of thousands of real people. The conflict and struggle for power between these diverse governments has led to wars, espionage, and battles fought by thousands of people from nations all over the world. There have been climactic last stands, wars for honor and revenge, and spies who caused more damage than a fleet of warships.

It was not so much born in flame and war but wrapped in a shroud of ambiguity and mystery. It did not so much explode onto the technological scene in a vibrant and eruptive entrance that rocked us all back on our heels. Instead it seeped pervasively almost subliminally, unannounced, until we realised one day that it was all people were talking about. I cannot remember in my 30 odd years in the technology field an emerging technology that raised so much slow burn, a creeping interest that led eventually to a vibrant discourse. An ascending interest despite it being seemingly beyond the ...

Little more than 100 years ago, maps of the world still boasted white space: places where no human had ever trod. Within a few short decades the most hostile of the world's environments had all been conquered. Likewise, in the 20th century, medicine transformed human life. Doctors took what was routinely fatal and made it survivable. As modernity brought us ever more into different kinds of extremes, doctors pushed the bounds of medical advances and human endurance. Extreme exploration challenged the body in ways that only the vanguard of science could answer.

In a future where space exploration is tightly controlled by governmental treaties and bureaucratic inertia, visionary entrepreneur Sam Bass dares to defy the status quo. Founding Horizon Station, the first fully independent space hub beyond Earth's jurisdiction, Bass ignites a revolution that challenges terrestrial powers. As StarQuest expands to establish the inaugural private lunar base and launches humanity's first mission to Mars, the balance of power shifts dramatically. Nations scramble to adapt, leaders grapple with the loss of control, and a new reality emerges: the age of ...

Best-selling author Simon Winchester writes a magnificent history of the pioneering engineers who developed precision machinery to allow us to see as far as the moon and as close as the Higgs boson. Precision is the key to everything. It is an integral, unchallenged and essential component of our modern social, mercantile, scientific, mechanical and intellectual landscapes. The items we value in our daily lives - a camera, a phone, a computer, a bicycle, a car, a dishwasher perhaps - all sport components that fit together with precision and operate with near perfection....

Think Electraweave. Think of fabrics of tomorrow! Textile scientist Eliza Bennett attends a textile conference where she plans to present her work, accompanied by her talking cat, Merlin. Their plans are disrupted by a blackout during which Eliza's presentation banner is stolen, leading them to uncover a complex plot involving corporate espionage, a mysterious surveillance network, and a dangerous rival named Croft who seeks to weaponize Eliza's technology for his own gain. Eliza's revolutionary material called Electraweave nullifies static discharge and has potential applications in space....

Discover the exciting world of CubeSats with "Interfacing with CubeSats" - your go-to guide for everything you need to know about these miniature spacecraft that are revolutionizing the aerospace industry. This comprehensive eBook will captivate space enthusiasts, aspiring engineers, students, and professionals alike, whether you're a seasoned satellite expert or a complete beginner. Fuel your passion for outer space with 32 engaging chapters that cover a vast range of topics related to CubeSats, from their history and applications to intricate hardware components, software design ...

What is going to happen when artificial intelligent self drivers get behind the wheel on and off the road? Get in and find out via the stories of self-driving cars named iVan and iVanna.

Embark on a thrilling journey through the cosmos with "Horizons Unbound," a captivating exploration into humanity's next frontier—space. This enthralling eBook delves deep into our aspirations beyond Earth, igniting imaginations and charting the path toward a future where the stars are within our reach. Begin your adventure with the rich legacy of space exploration, unraveling the tapestry of human curiosity that propels us into the unknown. Discover the dreams that have shaped our quest to conquer Mars, examining past visions and present missions that edge ever closer to the Red Planet's...

From our offices and homes to schools, hospitals, and restaurants, the indoor spaces where we work, learn, play, eat, and heal have an outsized impact on our performance and well-being. They affect our creativity, focus, and problem-solving ability and can make us sick - jeopardizing our future and dragging down profits in the process. Joseph Allen and John Macomber make a compelling case in this urgently needed book for why every business and home owner should make certain relatively low-cost investments a top priority.

Space Marketing introduces marketing principles, strategies, and tactics through the lens of space. The space industry is changing and the competition is exploding as countries from all over the world enter the space race. Marketing is crucial to differentiate your brand and launch ahead of the pack. Space companies will have to understand marketing principles if they hope to compete for customers, investors, and contract bidding wars in the new commercial space industry.

Ready to capitalize on the next frontier of travel? The space tourism industry is poised for explosive growth, projected to reach a staggering $1 trillion market. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this lucrative revolution. Space Tourism Investor’s Guide: Profit from the $1 Trillion Race Beyond Earth is your indispensable roadmap to navigating the complexities and unlocking the immense potential of space tourism investment. This comprehensive guide provides the insights and strategies you need to make informed decisions and secure your stake in this groundbreaking industry. Inside,...

The space station has been attacked! Captain McNair must find out who did it and why. He struggles with a terrifying enemy in a war that he is not prepared to fight. Victory seems possible only by joining forces with a potential ally he knows nothing about. Is this the Third Dawn for mankind or the end of human existence?

You are standing at a crossroads, facing a choice that could change the course of your life. Will you settle for the well-trodden path, or will you dare to venture into uncharted territory? If you are ready to embark on a journey that will challenge your assumptions, ignite your imagination, and awaken your inner trailblazer, then "Elon: A Modern Renaissance Man" is the map you need. Elon Musk is a veritable force of nature that has redefined what it means to dream big. From electric cars that outperform their gas-guzzling counterparts to rockets that land themselves, Musk has turned ...

On the edge of a black hole, Admiral Fox Lee has seconds to save his ship. In a world where everything’s for sale, even your soul, a dark force descends on the Zeta Asteroid Belt. Admiral Lee is willing to risk his life to save his crew but may have underestimated the enemy. When you can’t run or hide, the only choice is battle.