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What is the next space shuttle going to look like?

The next generation of space shuttles, like SpaceX's Crew Dragon or Boeing's Starliner, are designed to have a sleeker, more futuristic look compared to the classic space shuttle design. They feature more advanced technology and safety features, with the goal of making space travel more efficient and affordable.


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 did NASA abandon the Apollo program for the Space Shuttle which has a maximum altitude of 600 miles?

The goals of NASA shifted from lunar exploration to low earth orbit where the space shuttles operate. Instead of exploring the moon, NASA changed its focus to launching commercial and military satellites, humans living long term in space initially with Skylab and on to construction of the international space station.


Which part of a space shuttle orbits the Earth?

The entire space shuttle orbits the Earth, not just a specific part. The shuttle moves around the Earth in a controlled manner, following a specific trajectory set by its thrusters and guidance systems.


Why did NASA stop going to the moon?

NASA stopped sending astronauts to the moon after the Apollo program ended in 1972 due to budget constraints and a shift in priorities towards space exploration missions in low Earth orbit and beyond, such as the Space Shuttle program and the International Space Station. Additionally, the scientific and technological objectives set by the Apollo program had been accomplished.

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What is the next space shuttle going to look like?

The next generation of space shuttles, like SpaceX's Crew Dragon or Boeing's Starliner, are designed to have a sleeker, more futuristic look compared to the classic space shuttle design. They feature more advanced technology and safety features, with the goal of making space travel more efficient and affordable.


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.


Would a drum set fit in a space shuttle?

Yes, but it depends on the drumset, doesn't it? And where in the space shuttle are we talking - the cargo area or the cockpit?


Is discovery a name of a space shuttle?

Yes. It is set to be decommissioned this year.


Why did NASA abandon the Apollo program for the Space Shuttle which has a maximum altitude of 600 miles?

The goals of NASA shifted from lunar exploration to low earth orbit where the space shuttles operate. Instead of exploring the moon, NASA changed its focus to launching commercial and military satellites, humans living long term in space initially with Skylab and on to construction of the international space station.


Who controls a space shuttle when astronauts are sleeping?

no one. it is set for a specific course


Which part of a space shuttle orbits the Earth?

The entire space shuttle orbits the Earth, not just a specific part. The shuttle moves around the Earth in a controlled manner, following a specific trajectory set by its thrusters and guidance systems.


Why did NASA stop going to the moon?

NASA stopped sending astronauts to the moon after the Apollo program ended in 1972 due to budget constraints and a shift in priorities towards space exploration missions in low Earth orbit and beyond, such as the Space Shuttle program and the International Space Station. Additionally, the scientific and technological objectives set by the Apollo program had been accomplished.


How do space shuttles aid space exploration?

Space shuttles are not directly involved with space exploration. A space shuttle is only designed to be able to deliver supplies and cargo to Low earth orbit and back. The only way that the space shuttle helps with space exploration is by doing missions to set up and repair space telescopes, which can be used to learn more about about the universe.


Which years was most significant with regard to America's space program?

Several years have been pivotal for America's space program, but 1969 stands out as the most significant due to the Apollo 11 mission, when astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the Moon. Additionally, 1957 marked a crucial turning point with the launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union, which sparked the space race and led to the establishment of NASA in 1958. Other notable years include 1981, when the Space Shuttle program began, and 2011, marking the end of the Shuttle era and the transition to new exploration initiatives.


Did the space shuttle Challenger set any records?

The space shuttle Challenger made history as the first shuttle to carry an African-American astronaut, Guion Bluford, and the first American woman astronaut, Sally Ride, into space. However, Challenger is also tragically remembered for the 1986 disaster that resulted in the loss of the entire crew just after launch.


When was the Hubble set out to space?

Hubble was launched into space on April 24, 1990, at 8:33 a.m. EDT on board of the space shuttle Discovery with flight number STS-31.