The Space Shuttle: Roles, Missions and Accomplishments

by David M. Harland

Describing the development and operation of the Mir Space Station over the last 10 years, this text focuses specifically on the engineering technology aspects of constructing and operating an orbital complex designed to be occupied by humans over a long period of time. Its publication coincides with the advent of the International Space Station.

554 pages, Hardcover

First published June 30, 1998