Publisher's Synopsis
This book consists of activities carried out by various space agencies around the world in general language. The MIR space station and its mock-up, the International Space Station in orbit. The challenges associated with such mammoth undertakings, the leadership traits when remarkable and the lessons learnt are briefly discussed. The final link is made to the author's undergraduate project - the Visvesvarayya Space Lab built at the institution. The later part of the book contains short stories for budding engineers. The brief conversations with professors, mentors and others who helped the team grow both academically and personally.