The Apollo Guidance Computer: Architecture and Operation by Frank O'Brien (Engli

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Apollo Guidance Computer by Frank O'Brien The technological marvel that facilitated the Apollo missions to the Moon was the on-board computer. He regularly lectures on the Apollo computer and related topics to diverse groups, from NASAs computer engineering conferences, the IEEE/ACM, computer festivals and university student groups. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The technological marvel that facilitated the Apollo missions to the Moon was the on-board computer. In the 1960s most computers filled an entire room, but the spacecrafts computer was required to be compact and low power. Although people today find it difficult to accept that it was possible to control a spacecraft using such a primitive computer, it nevertheless had capabilities that are advanced even by todays standards.This is the first book to fully describe the Apollo guidance computers architecture, instruction format and programs used by the astronauts. As a comprehensive account, it will span the disciplines of computer science, electrical and aerospace engineering. However, it will also be accessible to the space enthusiast. In short, the intention is for this to be the definitive account of the Apollo guidance computer.Frank OBriens interest in the Apollo program began as a serious amateur historian. About 12 years ago, he began performing research and writing essays for the Apollo Lunar Surface Journal, and the Apollo Flight Journal. Much of this work centered on his primary interests, the Apollo Guidance Computer (AGC) and the Lunar Module. These Journals are generally considered the canonical online reference on the flights to the Moon. He was then asked to assist the curatorial staff in the creation of the Cradle of Aviation Museum, on Long Island, New York, where he helped prepare the Lunar Module simulator, a LM procedure trainer and an Apollo space suit for display. He regularly lectures on the Apollo computer and related topics to diverse groups, from NASAs computer engineering conferences, the IEEE/ACM, computer festivals and university student groups. Notes The first comprehensive description of the Apollo guidance computer, ranging from its internal organisation to its user interface and flight softwareDescribes the technologies required in order to fly the Apollo lunar missionsIt is primarily space history, but crosses into computer science and electrical and aerospace engineering sufficiently to appeal to these professional interests Back Cover By todays standards, the on-board computer used by the Apollo astronauts was a primitive affair, but in an age when most computers filled an entire room, this was small, required little power, and incorporated several technologies that were revolutionary for its time.This is the first book to fully describe the Apollo guidance computers architecture, Executive software, and the programs used by astronauts. It describes the full range of technologies required in order to fly the Apollo lunar missions, and whicn enabled the astronauts to fly to the Moon - and back! Author Biography Frank OBriens interest in the Apollo program began as a serious amateur historian. About 12 years ago, he began performing research and writing essays for the Apollo Lunar Surface Journal, and the Apollo Flight Journal. Much of this work centered on his primary interests, the Apollo Guidance Computer (AGC) and the Lunar Module. These Journals are generally considered the canonical online reference on the flights to the Moon. He was then asked to assist the curatorial staff in the creation of the Cradle of Aviation Museum, on Long Island, New York, where he helped prepare the Lunar Module simulator, a LM procedure trainer and an Apollo space suit for display. He regularly lectures on the Apollo computer and related topics to diverse groups, from NASAs computer engineering conferences, the IEEE/ACM, computer festivals and university student groups. Table of Contents History, evolution and packaging.- Machine organization.- Interpretive instructions.- The executive program.- Important background routines.- Display and keyboard (DSKY).- I/O devices and interfaces.- Application programs.- Erasable memory programs.- Interaction with the ground.- Selected case studies.- Epilogue. Review From the reviews:"This exceedingly valuable work will give present day Computer Science students the background to understand how the dramatic breakthroughs in Logical Design, Computer Architecture, Computer Language Interpreters and Real-Time Executive Software was invented, and how it worked in practice. … This excellent reference will form a model for teaching and learning historical Computer Architectures and Software so that future Computer Scientists can understand and learn the original ideas that today guide their field." (Ira Laefsky, Amazon, September, 2010) Review Quote From the reviews:This exceedingly valuable work will give present day Computer Science students the background to understand how the dramatic breakthroughs in Logical Design, Computer Architecture, Computer Language Interpreters and Real-Time Executive Software was invented, and how it worked in practice. … This excellent reference will form a model for teaching and learning historical Computer Architectures and Software so that future Computer Scientists can understand and learn the original ideas that today guide their field. (Ira Laefsky, Amazon, September, 2010) Feature The first comprehensive description of the Apollo guidance computer, ranging from its internal organisation to its user interface and flight softwareDescribes the technologies required in order to fly the Apollo lunar missionsIt is primarily space history, but crosses into computer science and electrical and aerospace engineering sufficiently to appeal to these professional interests Details ISBN1441908765 Author Frank OBrien Language English ISBN-10 1441908765 ISBN-13 9781441908766 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2010 Country of Publication United States Edition Description Edition. DEWEY 629.4742 Short Title APOLLO GUIDANCE COMPUTER Subtitle Architecture and Operation DOI 10.1007/978-1-4419-0877-3 UK Release Date 2010-07-12 Publication Date 2010-07-12 AU Release Date 2010-07-12 NZ Release Date 2010-07-12 US Release Date 2010-07-12 Imprint Praxis Place of Publication New York Illustrations 30 Illustrations, black and white; XVIII, 440 p. 30 illus. Pages 440 Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Audience Professional & Vocational Series Springer Praxis Books We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:32757788;

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