Jane's Space Directory 2002-2003 - Tapa dura

Developments in the worldwide space business. There is information on past, current and future space programmes and the capabilities of space centres, details of launchers, satellites and support systems, as well as information on the commercial contractors. Also features chronological lists of manned flights as far back as Gargarin.

The complete guide to world space programmes and operators Keep track of space programmes and operators around the globe with this essential reference. You will gain a comprehensive overview of the trends, objectives, budgets and priorities of the world's space programmes. Detailed listings of available vehicles and systems, including the new generation of launch vehicles, are uniformly presented to aid comparison and evaluation. Contractor details support market research and procurement. You will also find an expanded and revised Space Logs section with accompanying illustrations to better serve your information needs. Online customers will have access to analysis on Russia and China.