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Why does the space shuttle need tiles?
The tiles on the space shuttle form a heat shield. The shuttle enters the Earth's atmosphere at high speed, which creates very high temperatures that would burn up the vehicle if it was not protected.
Why is nasa stopping the use of the shuttle?
NASA is canceling the Space Shuttle program for several reasons. Firstly, there have been 2 space shuttle disasters, leaving 14 astronauts dead. Both accidents were caused by human error and severe problems with NASA management over the space shuttle program. Secondly, the space shuttle is not a very safe vehicle. There have been many close calls on past shuttle missions that could easily have led to catastrophes. The space shuttle is still largely an experimental vehicle with new problems and safety issues being discovered. Thirdly, there is no viable method for space shuttle crew members to escape in the event of an accident. Though Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo all had emergency escape systems, the space shuttle's crew escape system can only be used in a very small percent of circumstances, but in most emergencies the crew would have no chance of survival. Lastly, the shuttle program is expensive. It costs an average of $450 million dollars and many months of training to prepare each shuttle launch.
How long does it take to move a space shuttle?
It typically takes several weeks to move a space shuttle from one location to another. The process involves carefully transporting the shuttle on a special transporter vehicle at very slow speeds to ensure its safety. Factors like distance, logistics, and any necessary road closures can also affect the timeline for moving a space shuttle.
In what year did the very first space shuttle launch?
1981.
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.
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.
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.
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)
What is the risk of a space shuttle blowing up?
Very low percentage wise.
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.
How does the space shuttle aid in space exploration?
The space shuttle aids in space exploration in one very important way. It allows the explorers to move around in zero gravity. A space shuttle helps astronauts in space by providing oxygen and safety while entering, leaving and while in space. It also gives them the basic living materials such as food, water and toilets.
How does space shuttle aid in space exploration?
The space shuttle aids in space exploration in one very important way. It allows the explorers to move around in zero gravity. A space shuttle helps astronauts in space by providing oxygen and safety while entering, leaving and while in space. It also gives them the basic living materials such as food, water and toilets.
