Mistakes of World Cosmonautics

Failing engines, tangled coordinates, miscalculating orbits – these strange and sometimes controversial mishaps have become part of the history of space exploration. The authors of this book will reveal to you the secrets hidden behind the prism of successes. You will immerse yourself in the world of space programs that were perfectly planned but found themselves under threat due to the most incredible oversights. However, "Mistakes of World Cosmonautics" is not just entertaining reading for space enthusiasts and those interested in interesting facts. It is a story of how humanity overcomes obstacles and strives for new horizons, despite the clumsiness of some steps. Behind each mistake lies a deep analysis and experience that help humanity to improve in mastering outer space. You will learn what lessons science has learned from many unforeseen situations and how they influenced future missions. Get ready for a journey: it will make you smile, think, and believe that even in the most ridiculous cases, there is room for great discovery.