Title:
The Apollo lunar samples : collection analysis and results / Anthony Young.
Author:
Young, Anthony, 1950- author.
Publication Information:
New York : Springer, 2017.
©2017
Call Number:
QB592 .Y68 2017
Abstract:
This book documents for the first time the planning for lunar sample collection on the Apollo missions, the equipment used including the Modular Experiment Transporter and various sampling tools and bags and the Lunar Receiving Lab, which analyzed samples.
ISBN:
9781461461845
9781461461852
Series:
Springer briefs in space development
SpringerBriefs in space development.
Physical Description:
x, 114 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Preface -- Lunar probes pave they way -- Planning the Apollo missions sample collection and processing -- Geological and sample collection training for missions -- Apollo lunar landing missions 11, 12, and 14 -- Apollo lunar landing missions 15, 16 and 17 -- Preliminary sample findings from the Apollo missions and post-Apollo findings -- Appendix -- Glossary -- Index.
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