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Man-made satellites are either in low, medium or high earth orbits, depending on their function. The closest ones, including the International space station, are in a low earth orbit, up to a height of 2000 km. The International Space Station orbits at a height of around 340km, while the Hubble Telescope is around 595km. The advantage of these is that less energy is required to get there, but the disadvantage is that their orbits may decay over time, since there is some drag on the atmospheric gas still at these heights - so these may need a 'boost' every now and then to maintain their orbits. At higher altitudes, satellites will orbit more slowly, taking longer to make one orbit. The medium Earth orbit extends to 35,786km above the Earths surface, from here the high earth orbit begins. At this point, the time taken for a satellite to orbit once around the earth is 24 hours, the same as one day. 35,786km is a special orbit for Geo-stationary satellites. Since they orbit the earth in the same time that it takes the earth to spin once on its axis, it means that the satellite can stay in roughly the same spot over the earth.
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Should satellites fly on people?
No, satellites should not fly on people because they are designed to orbit the Earth or travel through space autonomously. Placing satellites on people would be impractical, dangerous, and inefficient for their intended purpose.
Can airplanes or satellites fly in the thermosphere?
Yes, airplanes cannot fly in the thermosphere due to the extremely low air density at that altitude. Satellites do not fly in the traditional sense but orbit within the thermosphere, taking advantage of the lack of air resistance.
Why don't satellites fly into space?
Satellites, by definition, are in orbit. Which means that they're circling their host (planet). IF you were to increase their speed enough, they would. (And if you slowed it enough, then they would fall to the ground.)
How low do satellites fly?
Satellites can orbit at different altitudes depending on their purpose. Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites typically orbit from 160 to 2,000 kilometers above the Earth's surface, while geostationary satellites are much higher, at about 35,786 kilometers. Various factors like communication, weather monitoring, or surveillance determine the satellite's optimal orbit.
Can satellites and airplanes fly in the mesosphere?
No, there is too much atmospheric drag at these heights for a satellite to maintain an orbit, but it is too high for airplanes which have 'air breathing' engines. Some high altitude planes such as the SR-71 Blackbird and U2 can fly up to 25km, but not as high as 50km which is the lower boundary for the Mesosphere. Some experimental rocket planes such as the X-15 have been able reach these heights.
Should satellites fly on people?
No, satellites should not fly on people because they are designed to orbit the Earth or travel through space autonomously. Placing satellites on people would be impractical, dangerous, and inefficient for their intended purpose.
Can airplanes or satellites fly in the thermosphere?
Yes, airplanes cannot fly in the thermosphere due to the extremely low air density at that altitude. Satellites do not fly in the traditional sense but orbit within the thermosphere, taking advantage of the lack of air resistance.
How low can satellites fly in the atmosphere?
about 350 miles is where the international space station is.
How many satellites have been to uranus?
100 and there is life on uranus... go check
Why don't satellites fly into space?
Satellites, by definition, are in orbit. Which means that they're circling their host (planet). IF you were to increase their speed enough, they would. (And if you slowed it enough, then they would fall to the ground.)
What do satelites do!?
Thousands of satellites fly overhead daily, helping with things like weather forecasts and TV broadcasts
How a satellite launching can destroy ozone layer?
Satellites fly around stratosphere. They release greenhouse gases there which destroy ozone.
How low do satellites fly?
Satellites can orbit at different altitudes depending on their purpose. Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites typically orbit from 160 to 2,000 kilometers above the Earth's surface, while geostationary satellites are much higher, at about 35,786 kilometers. Various factors like communication, weather monitoring, or surveillance determine the satellite's optimal orbit.
Can satellites and airplanes fly in the mesosphere?
No, there is too much atmospheric drag at these heights for a satellite to maintain an orbit, but it is too high for airplanes which have 'air breathing' engines. Some high altitude planes such as the SR-71 Blackbird and U2 can fly up to 25km, but not as high as 50km which is the lower boundary for the Mesosphere. Some experimental rocket planes such as the X-15 have been able reach these heights.
What are the 5 types of artificial satellites?
The five major types of artificial satellites are: research, communications, weather, navigational, and applications. Please see the related links.
What are the name of satellites of planet Mercury?
There are no known satellites of Mercury.
What are the satellites for mercury?
Mercury has no satellites.
