The Apollo Guidance Computer : Architecture and Operation epub

The Apollo Guidance Computer : Architecture and Operation epub

The Apollo Guidance Computer : Architecture and Operation by Frank O'Brien
The Apollo Guidance Computer : Architecture and Operation
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Author: Frank O'Brien
Page Count: 458 pages
Published Date: 30 Jul 2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Publication Country: New York, NY, United States
Language: English
ISBN: 9781441908766
File size: 34 Mb
File Name: The.Apollo.Guidance.Computer.Architecture.and.Operation.pdf
Download Link: The Apollo Guidance Computer Architecture and Operation
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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 spacecraft's 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 today's standards. This is the first book to fully describe the Apollo guidance computer's 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 O'Brien's 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 NASA's computer engineering conferences, the IEEE/ACM, computer festivals and university student groups.

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