Rocketdyne: Powering Humans into Space (AIAA Education)

Name: Rocketdyne: Powering Humans into Space (AIAA Education)
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Book Synopsis: From the first American orbiting satellite, to Neil Armstrong, and Buzz Aldrin’s historical walk on the Moon, virtually every major achievement in American Space history was made possible by a Rocketdyne engine. And, that record has stood true for over forty years, as today the Space Shuttle program continues to rely on engines designed and built by Rocketdyne. This book is the story behind that unprecedented accomplishment. It is the chronicle of success of one team of rocket pioneers who propelled the American space program from trailing the Soviet Union in the 1950s and early 1960s into today’s position of leadership in space. It is a story of heroes and even a few villains, but mostly it is a story of triumphant success in the human venture into space. For the early history of rocketry up through the work of Dr Robert Goddard in the early 1940s, Kraemer referenced the history books of T A Heppenheimer and Frank Winter. experiences as a member of the Rocketdyne team, as well as those of other key members of this elite group, including: Bill Brennan, George Sutton, Bill Cecka, Doug Hege, Bill Ezell, Tom Myers, John Tormey, Paul Castenholz, Sam Iacobellis, Ed Monteath, Steve Domokos, Stan Gunn, Willy Wilhelm, Bob Biggs, Ted Benham, and Vince Wheelcok. This book is a true testament to the human spirit - and to a dedicated and determined team of aerospace engineers who launched a nation into Space.

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Are you fascinated by the incredible achievements of the American Space program? Do you want to dive deeper into the stories behind the rockets that powered humans into space? Look no further than Rocketdyne: Powering Humans into Space (AIAA Education). This captivating book unveils the untold tales of the team of rocket pioneers who propelled the American space program to its leadership position today.

From the first American orbiting satellite to the iconic Moon mission by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, every major accomplishment in American Space history was made possible by a Rocketdyne engine. For over forty years, Rocketdyne engines have been at the forefront of the Space Shuttle program. Now, you have the chance to explore the chronicle of success behind this unprecedented achievement.

Rocketdyne: Powering Humans into Space is not just a history book; it is an awe-inspiring journey of heroes, villains, and triumphant success in the human venture into space. Written by Kraemer, who draws on his first-hand experiences as a member of the Rocketdyne team, this book takes you through the early history of rocketry up to the groundbreaking work of Dr. Robert Goddard.

Discover the fascinating stories of Bill Brennan, George Sutton, Tom Myers, and many other key members of this elite group that revolutionized the aerospace industry. Their dedication and determination launched a nation into space and shaped the future of space exploration.

Don't miss out on this true testament to the human spirit and its remarkable achievements. Join us on this extraordinary journey by grabbing your copy of Rocketdyne: Powering Humans into Space (AIAA Education) today and become a part of the rich history of American Space exploration.

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