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What are three main types of rockets that power modern spacecrafts?

Three main types of rockets that power modern spacecrafts are liquid-propellant rockets, solid-propellant rockets, and hybrid rockets. Liquid-propellant rockets use liquid fuel and oxidizer, solid-propellant rockets use solid fuel and oxidizer mixed together, and hybrid rockets use a combination of solid and liquid propellants.


Why does the United States launch rockets from Florida?

The rockets are launched easterly and get the benefit of of the speed of the earths rotation and there is the entire Atlantic Ocean for safety.


What did Robert Goddard rockets do?

Robert Goddard's rockets were the first liquid-fueled rockets, designed with the capability to generate thrust by combustion of liquid propellants. These rockets laid the foundation for modern rocket technology and paved the way for advancements in space exploration.


Are the Chinese first to use the rockets?

Yes, the Chinese are credited with the earliest use of rockets. During the 13th century, they developed gunpowder-based rockets, which were used for military purposes and as fireworks. This innovation laid the foundation for modern rocketry and influenced the development of missile technology in other cultures.


What are modern-day rockets made of?

Modern-day rockets are typically made of lightweight materials such as aluminum, titanium, and carbon composites. These materials help to reduce the overall weight of the rocket, making it more efficient and capable of carrying heavier payloads into space. Additionally, rockets are equipped with various engines, fuel tanks, guidance systems, and other components to support their mission objectives.

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What is the difference between water rockets and modern rockets?

Water rockets use water and air modern rockets use thrust and oxygen.


What are three main types of rockets that power modern spacecrafts?

Three main types of rockets that power modern spacecrafts are liquid-propellant rockets, solid-propellant rockets, and hybrid rockets. Liquid-propellant rockets use liquid fuel and oxidizer, solid-propellant rockets use solid fuel and oxidizer mixed together, and hybrid rockets use a combination of solid and liquid propellants.


What is the length of a rocket?

Rockets in the Civil war can go very long distances but not as far as modern rockets


When were modern rockets first developed?

In the Early 1900s


What Pokemon has the highest speed?

The speed form of Deoxys has the highest overall base speed; with a base speed of 180.


What were modern rockets used for?

They are used for going into space and as missiles.


Which state has the highest speed limit?

the state with the highest speed limit is Texas


How did ancient Chinese rockets influence the modern world?

Their rockets were empty tubes filled with gunpowder. Later these were improved and still are used


Where is a turbine used?

In jets, speed boats, rockets, some helicopters


Where is turbines used?

In jets, speed boats, rockets, some helicopters


Is there a way to make rockets travel in the speed of light or is it impossible?

It is impossible.


What was the fastest rocket speed?

The rocket that takes space shuttles into space recorded speeds f up to 40,000kmph. The space shuttles' rockets record up to 25,000kmph. There are also slower speed rockets.