A companion to code 94840 10 Short Lessons in Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, here a research scientist in mathematics and astrophysics provides a timely look at the essential lessons learned from our voyages into outer space. In an era of rapidly developing technology and renewed ambition, the 21st century has ushered in an exciting new age of space flight, but what has brought us to this point in our exploration of the universe? Soon space travel will open itself up to paying members of the public and this short and essential guide describes how we will leave the planet, stay alive in space, when to let machines take over, space is big business, the next giant leap which has already begun, the small solar system and coverage of unmanned satellites and the chances of reaching the stars. Glossary, 184pp, line art and other illus.
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