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Is the satellite accelerating?
Yes, the satellite is accelerating because it is revolving around our earth and in a circular motion so its velocity changes every second so it is accelerating.A2. No, the satellite is not accelerating. Acceleration is defined as the rate of change of velocity. But, its velocity is constant. The centrifugal effect is exactly balanced by the pull of gravity (assuming a circular orbit).But a nice question. The net acceleration between these forces is zero.
In a two planet system what happen to the period when velocity is maximize?
In a two-planet system, when one planet is closest to its star and moving fastest (maximized velocity), the other planet is farthest away and moving slowest. This can affect the period of the two planets in their orbits, potentially leading to variations in their orbital time intervals.
What factors combine to keep a satellite in orbit?
A satellite remains in orbit due to the balance between gravitational pull and its tangential velocity. The gravitational force from the planet pulls the satellite towards it, while the satellite’s forward motion creates a centrifugal effect that counteracts this pull. If the satellite's speed is sufficient, it will continuously "fall" towards the planet without ever hitting it, resulting in a stable orbit. Additionally, the altitude of the orbit influences the balance between these forces, with lower orbits requiring higher speeds to maintain stability.
What is Eclipse effect in satellite communication?
The eclipse effect in satellite communication occurs when the satellite passes into the shadow of the Earth, causing a temporary loss of communication signal. This happens during solar eclipses or when the satellite is behind the Earth in its orbit. To mitigate the impact, satellite operators can use battery power or pointing strategies to maintain connectivity during these periods.
Does gravitational field effect the satellite frequency?
Yes, the gravitational field can affect the frequency of a satellite. In stronger gravitational fields, such as near massive celestial bodies, the satellite's orbit may experience time dilation effect due to general relativity, causing a shift in the frequency of signals transmitted between the satellite and ground stations.
What is the effect on the orbital velocity of the sattelite if its orbital radius is doubled?
You can calculate this with Kepler's Third Law. "The square of the orbital period of a planet is directly proportional to the cube of the semi-major axis of its orbit." This is valid for other orbiting objects; in this case you can replace "planet" with "satellite". Just assume, for simplicity, that the satellite orbits Earth in a circular orbit - in this case, the "semi-major axis" is equal to the distance from Earth's center. For your calculations, remember also that if the radius is doubled, the total distance the satellite travels is also doubled.
What is the effect of this force on velocity of the satellite?
The force acting on a satellite will cause a change in its velocity according to Newton's second law, which states that force equals mass times acceleration (F=ma). If the force is in the same direction as the velocity, it will cause the satellite to speed up; if it is in the opposite direction, it will cause the satellite to slow down.
Is the satellite accelerating?
Yes, the satellite is accelerating because it is revolving around our earth and in a circular motion so its velocity changes every second so it is accelerating.A2. No, the satellite is not accelerating. Acceleration is defined as the rate of change of velocity. But, its velocity is constant. The centrifugal effect is exactly balanced by the pull of gravity (assuming a circular orbit).But a nice question. The net acceleration between these forces is zero.
Why does mercury have a double sunrise?
Mercury has a double sunrise because when the sun rises a bit, an orbital effect makes it sink down and rise again.
How does mass effect velocity?
It doesn't. But velocity does effect mass : as velocity increases, mass increases.
In a two planet system what happen to the period when velocity is maximize?
In a two-planet system, when one planet is closest to its star and moving fastest (maximized velocity), the other planet is farthest away and moving slowest. This can affect the period of the two planets in their orbits, potentially leading to variations in their orbital time intervals.
Does horizontal velocity effect the rate of vertical velocity?
No, horizontal velocity does not affect the rate of vertical velocity. Each component of velocity (horizontal and vertical) is independent of the other. They act separately to determine the motion of an object.
Does an increase in velocity or an increase in mass have a greater effect on momentum?
An increase in velocity has a greater effect on momentum than an increase in mass. This is because momentum is directly proportional to velocity, while mass only has an indirect effect on momentum through its influence on velocity.
Can the effect of initial velocity on final velocity be predicted?
Well, (final velocity) = (initial velocity) + (acceleration x time)
How does earth's varying orbital speed affect it's rotation?
The earth's orbital speed has no influence or effect on its rotation.
Why velocity diagram are required for centrifugal pumps?
velocity diagram indicate the effect of vane angle, effect of jet angle on impeller speed
What are essential conditions for a geostationary satellite?
A geostationary satellite has to be orbiting Earth in the equatorial plane, but travelling at the same speed as the Earth's rotation, so that it is constantly over the same spot on Earth. They have to stay at a fixed height, about 36,00 kilometres or 22,000 miles above the earth. They can directly communicate with a station on Earth, which can aim it's communications, through antennae, directly at the satellite, without having to adjust the antennae.
