Science Training History of the Apollo Astronauts

By William C. Phinney

This book describes the science training of the Apollo astronauts. Subjects covered include geologic field trips with the astronauts; lunar geology; Grover (the Lunar Rover training vehicle), Command Module orbital science; Lunar Module experiments, including the Apollo Lunar Surface Experiment Package (ALSEP); interactions between NASA and the USGS; and much more. Many black and white pictures throughout.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1533380228
• ISBN13: 9781533380227
• Release Date: May 2016
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.7" x 8.5"