Mining the Sky: Untold Riches From The Asteroids, Comets, And

Mining the Sky: Untold Riches From The Asteroids, Comets, And Planets (Helix Book)

While we worry over the depletion of the earth's natural resources, the pollution of our planet, and the challenges presented by the earth's growing population, billions of dollars worth of metals, fuels, and life-sustaining substances await us in nearby space. In this visionary book, noted planetary scientist John S. Lewis explains how we can mine these precious metals from the asteroids, comets, and planets in our own solar system for use in space construction projects. And this is just one of the possibilities. Join John S. Lewis as he contemplates milking the moons of Mars for water and hollowing out asteroids for space-bound homesteadersâ€”all while demonstrating the economic and technical feasibility of plans that were once considered pure fiction.
Country USA
Brand Basic Books
Manufacturer Basic Books
Binding Paperback
ReleaseDate 1997-09-23
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780201328196

Mining the Sky: Untold Riches From The Asteroids, Comets, And Planets (Helix Book)