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Why can astronauts not use parachutes to help slow down their spacecraft?

Astronauts cannot use parachutes to slow down their spacecraft because there is no atmosphere or air resistance in space to deploy and manipulate the parachute. Parachutes rely on air to create drag and slow down the descent, which is not present in the vacuum of space. Spacecraft use thrusters or heat shields to control re-entry and manage their speed during re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.


What are space probes parachutes made of?

Space probe parachutes are typically made of a durable and heat-resistant material like nylon or Kevlar. These materials are chosen for their strength and ability to withstand the extreme conditions of space travel and reentry into Earth's atmosphere.


Would a parachute help a skydiver in space?

No. A parachute would not help a skydiver in space. A parachute works by taking advantage of air resistance. There is no air in space, so there can be no resistance. Perhaps that's the main reason why the Space Shuttle never deployed its parachutes while it was still in space.


Why can astronauts not use parachutes to heip slowdown their spacecraftsas it approaches the moon how do they slowdown their spacecraft?

Astronauts cannot use parachutes to slow down their spacecraft when approaching the Moon because there is no atmosphere on the Moon to deploy parachutes effectively. Instead, spacecraft use propulsion systems like engines or thrusters to slow down as they approach the Moon. By firing these engines in the opposite direction they are traveling, they can reduce their speed and enter lunar orbit safely.


How do the size of a parachutes required on thick atmosphere?

In a thick atmosphere, such as on Earth, larger parachutes are typically required to generate enough drag to slow down a descending object safely. This is because the denser air provides more resistance, necessitating a larger surface area to counteract gravity effectively and achieve a controlled descent. Smaller parachutes may not offer enough drag force to slow down the descent adequately in thicker atmospheres.

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When were parachutes first used in space?

Parachutes have never been used in space, and never will be. Without atmosphere, parachutes accomplish nothing. They are used to prevent the fiery destruction of a space vehicle when it re-enters earth's atmosphere.


Why can astronauts not use parachutes to help slow down their spacecraft?

Astronauts cannot use parachutes to slow down their spacecraft because there is no atmosphere or air resistance in space to deploy and manipulate the parachute. Parachutes rely on air to create drag and slow down the descent, which is not present in the vacuum of space. Spacecraft use thrusters or heat shields to control re-entry and manage their speed during re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.


Do the armies use parachutes today?

AnswerYes.


Apollo 13 Deployed 2 or 3 parachutes on landing?

Al the Apollo spacecrafts use three parachutes.


Do bombs use fins or parachutes for stabilization in flight?

Yes


Why use silk for parachutes?

because i said so 8-)


How do you say parachutes in french?

Its still parachutes.


What are space probes parachutes made of?

Space probe parachutes are typically made of a durable and heat-resistant material like nylon or Kevlar. These materials are chosen for their strength and ability to withstand the extreme conditions of space travel and reentry into Earth's atmosphere.


Do parachutes save lives?

Yes if the airplane is going to crash, use one.


What statement is true about bombs?

bombs use fins or parachutes for stabilization in flight


How big are parachutes?

Parachutes come in varying sizes.


What material are used to make military parachutes?

I think that they currently use nylon, but they used to use silk