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The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation (Springer Praxis Books) 2010th Edition
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The Apollo Guidance Computer was the most important system in the Apollo spacecraft, driving the capabilities of the lunar missions
Product Details
| Publisher | Praxis; 2010th edition (July 12, 2010) |
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 430 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1441908765 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1441908766 |
| Item Weight | 1.71 pounds (0.77 kg) |
| Dimensions | 6.61 x 1.04 x 9.45 inches |
| Edition | 2010th |
| Publication date | July 12, 2010 |
| Part of series | Springer Praxis Books |
| Print length | 430 pages |
| Date First Available | 2021-3-14 11:45:25 |
Features & Benefits
- The Apollo Guidance Computer drove the capabilities of the lunar missions
- It was required to be compact and consume little power
- Despite its design limitations and lack of speed, it was able to control a new and complex spacecraft and its human crew
- The book is a comprehensive description of the Apollo computer and its operation
- It is an essential reference for space historians, engineers and computer science students
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- Question : What was the major role played by Apollo Guidance Computer in the moon landing?Answer : The Apollo Guidance Computer drove the capabilities of the lunar missions.
- Question : What were the challenges faced in designing the Apollo Guidance Computer?Answer : The AGC's design limitations and lack of speed presented formidable challenges.
- Question : Who would benefit from reading this book?Answer : This book is an essential reference for space historians, engineers and computer science students.
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Frank O'Brien Engineering Editorial Review
The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation is a must-read for computer enthusiasts and those interested in the history of computer science and space exploration. The book is complex but well-written and provides plenty of visual aids to help readers understand the innovations and groundbreaking developments behind the computer architecture of the time. It also provides an in-depth explanation of how the landing was possible and pays tribute to the magnificent work done at Draper Labs.
Pros
- Provides an incredible and in-depth description of the AGC
- Presents the system in an easy to comprehend way, especially for the computer literate
- Great reference for those tasked with designing to correctly identified requirements
- Well-written and full of facts
- Sheds light on the monumental achievement for humankind
- Provides Considerable information about the history of computing
Cons
- Requires a technical understanding of computers to fully comprehend
- May not be interesting to those who are not into coding.
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