StarBriefs Plus
Andre Heck
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at 250 WPM18h 34m
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StarBriefs Plus
by Andre Heck
Published
2014
Publisher
Springer
Pages
1114
ISBN-13
9789401569620
Description
With about 200,000 entries, StarBriefs Plus represents the most comprehensive and accurately validated collection of abbreviations, acronyms, contractions and symbols within astronomy, related space sciences and other related fields. As such, this invaluable reference source (and its companion volume, StarGuides Plus) should be on the reference shelf of every library, organization or individual with any interest in these areas. Besides astronomy and associated space sciences, related fields such as aeronautics, aeronomy, astronautics, atmospheric sciences, chemistry, communications, computer sciences, data processing, education, electronics, engineering, energetics, environment, geodesy, geophysics, information handling, management, mathematics, meteorology, optics, physics, remote sensing, and so on, are also covered when justified. Terms in common use and/or of general interest have also been included where appropriate.
Subjects
Space-age acronyms
Space-age acronyms
Slovar' anglo-amerikanskikh sokrashcheniĭ po aviatsionnoĭ i raketno-kosmicheskoĭ tekhnike
Anglo-russkie abbrevi︠a︡tury v programmakh sovmestnykh kosmicheskikh poletov "Mir-shattl"
Angliĭskie sokrashcheni͡ia po kosmicheskoĭ tekhnike
Notes on some major international space and satellite organisations and spacecraft
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in StarBriefs Plus?
This edition of StarBriefs Plus has approximately 1114 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read StarBriefs Plus?
For most readers, StarBriefs Plus typically takes between 23h 13m and 15h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 278,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 18h 34m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 38 days • Estimated word count: 278,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of StarBriefs Plus?
The estimated word count for StarBriefs Plus is approximately 278,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of StarBriefs Plus?
StarBriefs Plus was written by Andre Heck.
When was StarBriefs Plus published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.