How it works - Space Explorations

About this Book

Discover the inner workings pf 15 spacecraft, from the earliest rockets to the latest probes. Each illustration explains the technology behind central components and throughout there are photographs to show each craft in action. Starting with how spacecraft go into orbit, each spread goes on to explore the history and the future of individual space machines while internet links provide and exciting way to find out more about fascinating subject.

• Detailed cutaway illustrations
• Exploded views of inner workings 
• Sketches demonstrate key concepts
• Technology clearly explained