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Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight (Mit Press),Used
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The incredible story of how human pilots and automated systems worked together to achieve the ultimate achievement in flightthe lunar landings of NASAs Apollo programAs Apollo 11s Lunar Module descended toward the moon under automatic control, a program alarm in the guidance computers software nearly caused a mission abort. Neil Armstrong responded by switching off the automatic mode and taking direct control. He stopped monitoring the computer and began flying the spacecraft, relying on skill to land it and earning praise for a triumph of human over machine. In Digital Apollo, engineerhistorian David Mindell takes this famous moment as a starting point for an exploration of the relationship between humans and computers in the Apollo program. In each of the six Apollo landings, the astronaut in command seized control from the computer and landed with his hand on the stick. Mindell recounts the story of astronauts desire to control their spacecraft in parallel with the history of the Apollo Guidance Computer. From the early days of aviation through the birth of spaceflight, test pilots and astronauts sought to be more than spam in a can despite the automatic controls, digital computers, and software developed by engineers.Digital Apollo examines the design and execution of each of the six Apollo moon landings, drawing on transcripts and data telemetry from the flights, astronaut interviews, and NASAs extensive archives. Mindells exploration of how human pilots and automated systems worked together to achieve the ultimate in flighta lunar landingtraces and reframes the debate over the future of humans and automation in space. The results have implications for any venture in which human roles seem threatened by automated systems, whether it is the work at our desktops or the future of exploration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight'? A: The book explores the collaboration between human pilots and automated systems during NASA's Apollo program, particularly how astronauts took control during lunar landings.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Digital Apollo'? A: The author is David A. Mindell, an engineer-historian known for his work in the fields of aerospace and technology.
- Q: When was 'Digital Apollo' published? A: The book was published on September 30, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does 'Digital Apollo' contain? A: The book has a total of 376 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Digital Apollo' suitable for readers interested in space history? A: Yes, the book is categorized under History and provides insights into the Apollo program and its significance in spaceflight.
- Q: Does 'Digital Apollo' include interviews or primary sources? A: Yes, the book draws on astronaut interviews, transcripts, and data telemetry from the Apollo flights, as well as NASA's extensive archives.
- Q: What themes does David Mindell address in 'Digital Apollo'? A: Mindell addresses the relationship between humans and automation, emphasizing the importance of human control in complex systems like spaceflight.
- Q: Is there an illustrated edition of 'Digital Apollo'? A: Yes, the book is noted as an illustrated edition, enhancing the reader's understanding of the Apollo missions.
- Q: What is the significance of the Apollo Guidance Computer in the book? A: The Apollo Guidance Computer is central to the discussion of how automated systems interacted with human pilots, highlighting both the technology and human skill involved in lunar landings.