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Why was the challenger space shuttle going into space?
The Challenger space shuttle was going into space on January 28, 1986 to launch a satellite and conduct other missions as part of its STS-51-L mission. Tragically, the shuttle broke apart 73 seconds into the flight due to O-ring seal failure in one of its solid rocket boosters, resulting in the loss of all seven crew members on board.
When is space shuttle Atlantis due to fly its last mission?
June 28, 2011. It will also be the last ever space shuttle mission.
Which layer of the atmosphere does the space shuttle travel in?
The space shuttle travels in the thermosphere layer of the atmosphere, which is the layer located above the mesosphere. This layer is where temperatures can reach very high levels due to its proximity to space.
What happens when a space shuttle enters the atmosphere?
When a space shuttle enters the Earth's atmosphere, it experiences extreme heat and friction due to the high speeds it is traveling at. This creates a plasma sheath around the shuttle which can interfere with communications. The shuttle also begins to slow down due to atmospheric drag.
When is the next space shuttle taking off?
The next space shuttle mission is scheduelled for the 3rd feb 2011(shuttle discovery sts 133) It was originally due for launch back in November 2010 but due to technical problems and bad weather the next launch window is now set for 3rd feb 2011.
Why does a space shuttle move in space when there is no gravity?
A space shuttle moves in space due to its initial velocity gained from launch and the lack of significant air resistance to slow it down. While gravity is weaker in space, it still affects the shuttle's trajectory and orbit around celestial bodies. In the absence of other forces, the shuttle will continue to move in a straight line at a constant speed due to Newton's first law of motion.
Why shuttle Columbia exploded in the air?
It exploded in the air due to a hole in the shuttle. Scientists later found that they were travelling in space with a hole in it.
When is the current US space shuttle fleet due to retire?
The fleet is due to retire in the year 2010. This could be extended to complete the international space station if needed.
Why did Apollo missions stop going to the moon?
The Apollo missions stopped going to the moon due to budget constraints, changing priorities in space exploration, and public interest waning after the successful landing on the moon. NASA shifted its focus towards developing the Space Shuttle program and conducting other space missions.
What was the first space shuttle that came after Challenger?
The first space shuttle to fly after Challenger was Discovery, which completed its mission STS-26 in September 1988. Discovery was chosen for this mission due to its robust design and ability to safely return to flight.
Why can't a space shuttle go outside out the earth's orbit?
A space shuttle is not designed with the capability to travel beyond Earth's orbit due to limitations in propulsion and fuel capacity. Additionally, the primary purpose of a space shuttle is to transport astronauts and cargo to the International Space Station and other low Earth orbit destinations, rather than deep space exploration.
How is the space shuttle transfered from any other airport to kenndy space centre after landing due to bad weather?
it is carried by an airplane
