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This is one of a series of systems engineering case studies prepared by the Air Force Center for Systems Engineering. This case study analyzes the A-10A Thunderbolt II, manufactured by Fairchild Rep……続きを見る

This history of the Flight Research Center (FRC) Simulation Laboratory (FSL) describes the development of experimental flight-test simulators and the rapid evolution of the computers that made them ……続きを見る

The U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) in Natick, MA is a Federal research and development (R&D) laboratory charged with maximizing the Warfighter's survi……続きを見る

Covering all aspects of gravitation in a contemporary style, this advanced textbook is ideal for graduate students and researchers in all areas of theoretical physics. The 'Foundation' section devel……続きを見る

This book provides a hands-on introduction to Machine Learning (ML) from a multidisciplinary perspective that does not require a background in data science or computer science. It explains ML using ……続きを見る

A clear-eyed look at how AI can complement (rather than eliminate) human jobs, with real-world examples from companies that range from Netflix to Walmart. Descriptions of AI's possible effects on bu……続きを見る

Conflict and Cooperation in the South Caucasus Region: From Theory to Policy combines IR theory and policy in a readable format. Houman A. Sadri discusses the distinctive challenges of the South Cau……続きを見る

Focusing on the fundamentals of machine learning, this book covers broad areas of data-driven modeling, ranging from simple regression to advanced machine learning and optimization methods for appli……続きを見る

From Nobel Prize winner Syukuro Manabe and Anthony Broccoli, a definitive account of how we have come to understand the fundamental processes behind global warming Syukuro Manabe is perhaps the lead……続きを見る

This book is a collection of correspondences and articles describing the issues with the Principles of Zero Aerodynamic drag. The principles are used to file a patent with the title of Zero Aerodyna……続きを見る

Make engineering for kids easy and enjoyable with projects that use common, inexpensive household materials so they can play and learn anytime. From toothpick towers and marble runs to egg drops and……続きを見る

In "All About Strange Beasts of the Past," Roy Chapman Andrews presents a captivating exploration of prehistoric creatures that have long fascinated humankind. Blending vivid descriptions with scien……続きを見る

This book is the story of digital technology from a scientific and engineering perspective. It brings to the reader the wonders of science and the ingenuity in engineering. It shows that technology ……続きを見る

Here is the complete text of a unique and valuable Naval Historical Center document, Evolution of Aircraft Carriers. which chronicles the history of carriers since the mobile airfield idea was initi……続きを見る

Eleven USAF accident investigation board reports, converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction, present findings into Class A aerospace mishaps involving UAV/UAS remotely piloted ai……続きを見る

This publication reflects a compilation of excerpts from an unpublished broader treatment that recounts the nearly five decades of delicate coexistence between two nations known as the "superpowers"……続きを見る

Much has been written in the West on the history of the Soviet space program but few Westerners have read direct first-hand accounts of the men and women who were behind the many Russian accomplishm……続きを見る

The Apollo program drove the development of spacecraft meteoroid protection in the U.S. and provided the core technology used on succeeding space programs. The uncertain likelihood of a mission-endi……続きを見る

This Air Force Doctrine Document (AFDD) implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 10-13, Air and Space Doctrine. AFDD 2-1 Air Warfare establishes operational doctrine for air warfare. It provides……続きを見る

This official NASA document - converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction - provides the complete transcription of the Apollo 14 post-flight debriefing given by astronauts Shepard,……続きを見る

These official NASA history documents - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - include a Monograph in Aerospace History about the role of John Houbolt and others in advocat……続きを見る

In the fall of 2011, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Glenn Research Center (GRC) participated in the Desert Research and Technology Studies (DRATS) field experiments held near F……続きを見る

This is the fascinating story of a little-known futuristic research project which investigated a concept brought to the Dryden Flight Research Center by Kelly Space. Kelly hoped to demonstrate a new……続きを見る

Professionally converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction, the Multiservice Procedures for Unexploded Ordnance Operations Field Manual (FM 3-100.38) describes the unexploded expl……続きを見る

NASA's latest human exploration plans and programs, endorsed by President Obama, are detailed in the seven documents reproduced in this unique compilation. The space agency states: NASA is executing……続きを見る

This important up-to-date guide to biomass fuels and bioenergy contains two major Department of Energy reports converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction. The Biomass Multi-Year P……続きを見る

Learn about the history of America's development and testing of nuclear weapons from this reproduction of two important Energy Department publications: The Manhattan Project - Making the Atomic Bomb……続きを見る

This compilation of four important reports by the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) provides a complete, detailed overview of the progress made by the National Nanote……続きを見る

This report, issued in February 2012 and requested by the Department of State, is designed to answer the question: How will water problems (shortages, poor water quality, or floods) impact US nation……続きを見る

Part of our value-added professional format series, the Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS) Field Manual (FM 34-25-1) covers the Joint STARS system, providing doctrine and th……続きを見る