
Powersat
by:
Ben Bova
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0765348179
ISBN 13: 9780765348173
Publication date:
October 31st, 2006
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 424
Genres: Science Fiction
In the vast expanse of the sky, where the boundaries of Earth and space blur, an ambitious experiment takes flight. An innovative low-orbit spaceplane is poised to test the limits of human ingenuity and technology. However, as it soars to an altitude of two hundred thousand feet, calamity strikes, plunging the mission into chaos. The stakes are high, and the implications of failure ripple beyond the confines of the cockpit.
Amid the turmoil, a group of dedicated scientists and engineers scramble to understand what went wrong. They are motivated not only by their passion for exploration but also by the consequential challenges that come with pushing the frontiers of aerospace innovation. As they piece together the events leading up to the incident, they uncover the complexities of the technology, revealing layers of intrigue and potential danger.
The unfolding drama tests the resolve of those involved. Relationships are strained as tensions rise, and the pressure mounts to fix the crisis before it has lasting repercussions. Each decision made by the team has the potential to alter their lives and the future of space exploration. Personal sacrifices become the order of the day as they confront the specter of failure.
With a narrative that blends the thrill of adventure with the realism of human emotion, the story explores themes of resilience and determination. As the team navigates the aftermath of their ambitious mission, they must confront their deepest fears and the harsh realities of their quest for knowledge among the stars.
Amid the turmoil, a group of dedicated scientists and engineers scramble to understand what went wrong. They are motivated not only by their passion for exploration but also by the consequential challenges that come with pushing the frontiers of aerospace innovation. As they piece together the events leading up to the incident, they uncover the complexities of the technology, revealing layers of intrigue and potential danger.
The unfolding drama tests the resolve of those involved. Relationships are strained as tensions rise, and the pressure mounts to fix the crisis before it has lasting repercussions. Each decision made by the team has the potential to alter their lives and the future of space exploration. Personal sacrifices become the order of the day as they confront the specter of failure.
With a narrative that blends the thrill of adventure with the realism of human emotion, the story explores themes of resilience and determination. As the team navigates the aftermath of their ambitious mission, they must confront their deepest fears and the harsh realities of their quest for knowledge among the stars.