The Earth System: Astronomy

Three hundred entries cover space objects and phenomena, piloted space missions and scientific satellites, famous astronomers and astronauts, the history of astronomy, observatories, and technological advances in the field.

What are the names of the moons of Uranus newly-discovered by Voyager 2? Who was the first physician to make house calls at a space station? Could moon dust fuel nuclear fusion power plants? This book looks at these and other questions, as well as documenting the history of space exploration. The book includes sections on astronauts and cosmonauts, space stations, space shuttles, rockets, satellites, the solar system and deep space.

Atlas of the Universe is a definitive reference to the stars, the planets & their moons, & the universe. It is richly illustrated with hundreds of recent photographs & images from ground-based telescopes, the Hubble Space Telescope, & interplanetary spacecraft. In addition to a beautiful & informative portrait of the cosmos, this book provides superb star charts with sound advice on practical observing. There are seven sections: exploring the universe, the solar system, the Sun, the stars, star maps, & practical astronomy.

From mobile phones and desktop computers to washing machines and microwave ovens, the graphical user interface (GUI) is a part of everyday life.Interface Designtraces these amazing developments and offers tested techniques and practical advice for constructing clear, dynamic GUIs that combine functionality with cutting-edge design. Readers will find an in-depth overview of the various graphic elements of an interface—including icons, galleries, color palettes, and dialogue boxes. Then, they’ll find a comprehensive discussion on the interfaces used by popular animation and 3D software packages, and learn how to design interfaces that aid efficient navigation with links. Finally, hundreds of dazzling, full-color examples of the best in interface design offer a treasury of creative inspiration. • Dynamic interface design increases the functionality of websites and heightens the viewer’s experience • Promoted on www.designdirectories.com

This lavishly illustrated new dictionary written by an experienced writer and consultant on astronomy provides an essential guide to the universe for amateur astronomers of all ages. Around 1300 carefully selected and cross-referenced entries are complemented by hundreds of beautiful colour illustrations, taken from space missions, the Hubble Space Telescope, and other major observatories on Earth and in space. Distinguished stellar illustrator Wil Tirion has drawn 20 new star maps especially for inclusion here. A myriad of named astronomical objects, constellations, observatories and space missions are described in detail, as well as biographical sketches for 70 of the most luminous individuals in the history of astronomy and space science. Acronyms and specialist terms are clearly explained, making for the most thorough and carefully assembled reference resource that teachers and enthusiasts of astronomy will ever need.

* Over 1000 clear and up-to-date entries, extensively cross-referenced * 50 diagrams and 30 tables * From aberration to zodiacal light, all the frequently used expressions are clearly defined * Brief biographies of over 100 famous astronomers (including Hale, Hawking, Hoyle and Hubble) * Includes major observatories such as Palomar and Kitt Park * A compact dictionary at an introductory level * Invaluable reference for active observers and armchair enthusiasts

The most famous guide to the stars is now the most accessible! Generations of amateur astronomers have called it simply Norton's- the most famous star atlas in the world. Now in a beautifully redesigned, two-color landmark 20th edition, this combination star atlas and reference guide has no match in the field. First published in 1910, coinciding with the first of two appearances by Halley's Comet last century, Norton's owes much of its legendary success to its unique maps, arranged in slices or gores, each covering approximately one-fifth of the sky. Apart from being presented more accessibly than ever before, the text and tables have been revised and updated to account for the new and exciting developments in our observation of the cosmos. The star maps themselves were plotted using advanced computer techniques yielding outstanding accuracy and legibility. Every heavenly object visible to the naked eye is included-stars to magnitude 6, star clusters, and galaxies, as well as other celestial objects. Presented with an authority that has stood for generations, observation hints, technical explanations, and pointers to specialized information sources make this the only essential guide to the night sky. The updated and revised hardcover 20th edition also has new moon maps, clearer tables, new diagrams and a section on the latest computer driven telescopes-today's perfect home reference for curious minds from beginners to dedicated star gazers! What are people saying? . . . 'The unique and time-honored projection used in the Norton's star charts is particularly handy and has always been my favorite.' --Professor Owen Gingerich, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics 'Once in a blue moon a book appears to dramatically and forever change its subject; in short, the work becomes an indispensable resource for generations. Norton's Star Atlas is such a work.' -Leif J. Robinson, Editor Emeritus, Sky and Telescope 'Ian Ridpath is one of the most dedicated and prolific writers on astronomy. His works all have clarity and authority, and he is ideally suited to infuse new life into a classic.' -Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal, University of Cambridge, author of Our Final Hour