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Hidden heroes : the human computers of NASA

Harris, Duchess (author.). Rowell, Rebecca, (author.).

Summary: In the 1950s, NASA relied on human computers. These skilled women did calculations by hand. While astronauts and their accomplishments were well known, human computers often worked behind the scenes. Hidden Heroes: The Human Computers of NASA explores the legacy of NASA's human computers.

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  • ISBN: 1532117701
  • ISBN: 9781532117701
  • ISBN: 9781641856041
  • ISBN: 9781532170560
  • ISBN: 1641856041
  • Physical Description: 48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
  • Publisher: Minneapolis, Minnesota : Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, [2019]

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Bibliography, etc. Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note: A letter from Duchess -- NASA's secret weapon -- The path to NASA -- Working at NASA -- Trailblazers -- Fast facts -- Stop and think -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Learn more -- About the authors -- Index

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