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Why are there curving lines on maps for tracking space flights?
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∙ 14y ago
This is because we are trying to project a 3-dimensional orbit onto a 2-dimensional surface. All satellites and other space crafts do not orbit the Earth in the equitorial or polar plane. If the orbit is inclined, the projection on a flat map looks like it is a curved line.
Try this out -
Take a ball and draw a circle around it. Don't draw the circle from top to bottom or left to right. Make the circled inclined. Now, when you look at just one side of the ball, it will appear as if the line is curved.
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∙ 14y ago
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What is leading kerning and tracking in typography?
Leading is the space between lines of type. Tracking refers to the distance between letters in general, while kerning refers to the spatial relationship between a set of two letters.
In what ways have space been explored?
space has been explored by Orbital flights Human flights
Where do all space flights start out from?
Space flights are launched from the Earth at bases, from launch pads.
Which scientists work showed that gravity is the result of massive bodies curving space?
Newton
What you can not take to space flights?
cloths
What is tracking in pagemaker?
Tracking is the amount of space between letters. It's a typography related term.
What is the definition of space missions?
Flights into space to carry out a specific objective.
What is safer space probes or manned space flights?
Space probes would be safer.
How about the space in between letters?
The space between letters in printing (or typography) is called tracking.
How many space shuttle flights has NASA flown?
As of the end of February 2010, NASA has flown 130 space shuttle flights, two of them ending in catastrophe.
What flights are available for the public at the Kennedy Space Centre?
The Kennedy Space Center in Orlando, Florida has simulated flights and IMAX presentations of space launches. It is one of the most popular visitor destinations in the area but they do not offer the general public access or flights on any of the NASA launches.
How many space shuttle flights were there in 1987?
Zero
