Download or read book Space Handbook written by Robert W. Buchheim and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2007 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminal guide from 1958 on the uses and characteristics of space systems, including astronautics and its applications, technology, rocket vehicles, propulsion systems, propellants, internal power sources, guidance, communication, and more.