Before you leave...
Take 20% off your first order
20% off
Enter the code below at checkout to get 20% off your first order
Asteroid Collision: Threats and Solutions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798880356942)
Vendor:
Can Bartu H
Product type:
Books
- $18.99
$18.99- $18.99
- Unit price
- per
Subtotal:
$18.99
Description
xThis comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of asteroids - the fascinating yet potentially perilous wanderers of our Solar System. Beginning with a foundational overview of their origins, classification, and their place in both science and human culture, the book dives deeply into the nature of asteroid threats, examining historical collisions and their profound effects on Earth's environment and life.
Readers will discover the science behind near-Earth objects and the complexities of tracking their trajectories, including how subtle forces like the Yarkovsky effect can alter their paths. The book carefully analyzes impact scenarios, from past mass extinctions to modeled future risks, highlighting the urgency and challenges of planetary defense.
Advanced mitigation strategies and cutting-edge technologies are discussed in detail, showcasing the role of space missions and the emerging influence of private aerospace ventures in safeguarding our planet. Beyond scientific and technical perspectives, the book emphasizes the importance of public awareness, international cooperation, and ethical considerations surrounding information disclosure and asteroid resource exploitation.
Looking toward the future, it addresses evolving threats, the potential of AI and machine learning in detection, and the delicate balance between commercial interests and planetary protection. With a clear conclusion offering recommendations and optimism for humanity's preparedness, this book is an essential guide for anyone interested in understanding, confronting, and ultimately overcoming the challenges posed by asteroids.
Author: Can Bartu H
ISBN-13: 9798880356942
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 02/21/2024
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.52d
Readers will discover the science behind near-Earth objects and the complexities of tracking their trajectories, including how subtle forces like the Yarkovsky effect can alter their paths. The book carefully analyzes impact scenarios, from past mass extinctions to modeled future risks, highlighting the urgency and challenges of planetary defense.
Advanced mitigation strategies and cutting-edge technologies are discussed in detail, showcasing the role of space missions and the emerging influence of private aerospace ventures in safeguarding our planet. Beyond scientific and technical perspectives, the book emphasizes the importance of public awareness, international cooperation, and ethical considerations surrounding information disclosure and asteroid resource exploitation.
Looking toward the future, it addresses evolving threats, the potential of AI and machine learning in detection, and the delicate balance between commercial interests and planetary protection. With a clear conclusion offering recommendations and optimism for humanity's preparedness, this book is an essential guide for anyone interested in understanding, confronting, and ultimately overcoming the challenges posed by asteroids.
Author: Can Bartu H
ISBN-13: 9798880356942
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 02/21/2024
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.52d
Recently Viewed Products
- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.