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How is a space shuttle used in a satellite launch?
Generally space shuttles are not used to launch satellites as it is very costly to launch a space shuttle. Rockets with automated systems place satellites in orbit as opposed to a manned shuttle.
How was the space shuttle Columbia different from the rest?
The Space Shuttle Columbia was the very first Space Shuttle that was launch on April 12th 1981 at the Kennedy Space Center. At that time the crew of the first shuttle launch was only two crewmembers (Commnader John Young & Pilot Robert Crippen)
Where does the crawler transporter go during a space shuttle launch?
The crawler transporter takes the space shuttle from the Vehicle Assembly Building to the launch pad, which is usually a distance of about 3 to 4 miles. It moves very slowly to ensure a smooth and controlled journey for the shuttle. Once the shuttle is at the launch pad, the crawler transporter moves to a safe distance away from the launch site.
Can you see the space shuttle launch from Miami?
It is possible to see a space shuttle launch from Miami, which is about 200 miles away from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. However, visibility may depend on weather conditions and the specific trajectory of the launch.
What is the time line for a space shuttle launch?
A typical timeline for a space shuttle launch includes pre-launch preparations (T-3 hours), astronaut boarding (T-45 minutes), fueling (T-3 hours), final vehicle checks (T-1 hour), and liftoff at T-0. This timeline ensures that all systems are ready and aligned before launch.
What is the site of the US control center for spacecraft missions?
Before and during the very first part of a launch, missions are controlled from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, but as the shuttle or other vehicle clears the launch tower, control passes to Johnson Space Center in Houston Texas.
From How far away can space shuttle launch been seen?
A space shuttle launch can typically be seen from about 30-50 miles away, depending on atmospheric conditions and visibility. However, large rockets or unique lighting effects might make them visible from even further distances.
When did the US make the first space shuttle?
The first space shuttle test flights began in 1981, with the first operational flights beginning in 1982.
When are Space-shuttles exposed to extreme temperatures?
During launch, with the heat from the engines. Then 'in flight', or when it is in space. Space is cold, but when the sun shines on the shuttle, it gets very hot, and the opposite when the sun doesn't shine on it. It's also very hot when it comes into land, as the speed built up during launch is dissapated by the atmosphere.
Why Is The Shuttle Special?
The space shuttle was among the first reusable spacecraft created and is capable of carrying out a very wide variety of missions.
What was the first space shuttle's name?
Ah, the first space shuttle's name was the Columbia. It was a magnificent vessel that paved the way for incredible discoveries and journeys beyond our wildest dreams. Just like a blank canvas waiting to be painted, the Columbia ventured into the unknown, inspiring us all to reach for the stars.
Why is the space shuttle a very useful vehicle in space?
The space shuttle is useful because it was the first reusable spacecraft. It is also capable of carrying satellites and other items into space. It is capable of repairing damaged items in space as well.
