THE NEW SPACE RACE: CHINA VS. USA by Erik Seedhouse ( 9781441908797 )

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Title:

THE NEW SPACE RACE: CHINA VS. USA

By:

Erik Seedhouse

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Publisher:

SPRINGER-VERLAG NEW YORK INC.

Pub. date:

13 November, 2009

Series:

Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration

Pages:

256

Description:

This enlightening book explores Chinese aspirations in space and the politico-militaristic implications of a looming space race. The national security objectives of the U.S. and China are examined, and there are insights into their space hardware.

Synopsis:

The world's most populous nation views space as an asset, not only from a technological and commercial perspective but also from a political one. The repercussions of this ideology already extend far beyond Washington. China vs. the United States explores future Chinese aspirations in space and the implications of a looming space race. Dr. Seedhouse provides background information on the fifteen-year history of the China National Space Administration and its long list of accomplishments. Sino-U.S. technological and commercial interests in space are discussed, including their interest in encouraging a potential space race. The national security objectives of the U.S. and China are also examined.

Illustrations:

52 black & white illustrations, 29 colour illustrations, biography

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Springer-Verlag New York Inc.

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