Space Shuttle

One of the great technological feats of the shuttle program was the development of the Space Shuttle's thermal protection system, which protected the orbiter from the intense heat of re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. This system consisted of insulating tiles and reinforced carbon-carbon panels that allowed the shuttle to endure extreme temperatures during its missions.

The shuttle's speed is close to 230 km an hour so that is the way it can orbit hte earth close to 50 times a day.

Space junk is usually the result of human-made objects that are no longer operational or have been discarded in space. This includes defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, fragments from collisions, and debris from missions. Over time, these objects can collide with each other, creating more debris and increasing the amount of space junk in orbit.

as far as we know, we live in 3-Dimensional space which encompasses everything in the known universe. there is space in any dimension, so you can't get out of space, or you would not exist.

if you mean run out of space, then something as large as the universe that would use up most space would probably turn into a black hole anyway.

The space shuttle's main engines provided approximately 418,000 pounds of thrust each, and the solid rocket boosters provided an additional 1.3 million pounds of thrust each. Together, this allowed the space shuttle to break Earth's orbit and reach space.

The Falcon Heavy, developed by SpaceX, is currently one of the most powerful rockets in operation. It has the ability to carry heavy payloads to a variety of orbits, making it suitable for a wide range of missions.

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The space shuttles stopped landing in the ocean in 1981. In response to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, which occurred in 1986, all subsequent shuttle missions landed on the runway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Yes, astronauts go through a process called "post-flight rehabilitation" once they return to Earth. This includes physical therapy, medical check-ups, and exercises to help their bodies readjust to gravity and prevent conditions like muscle atrophy and bone density loss. However, they don't have to worry about getting the bends, as that is a condition related to scuba diving and not space travel.

The closest personnel are to the space shuttle during launch is usually around 3 miles away at the Kennedy Space Center. This distance is for safety reasons, to protect personnel in case of an explosion or other hazardous event during launch.

None have ever been outside low earth orbit. The moon is too far

As of now, only the United States has operated a space shuttle program. The space shuttles were operated by NASA from 1981 to 2011. Other countries like Russia, China, and the European Space Agency have their own space programs but do not have a space shuttle like the United States.

Horsepower is not used in space shuttles. Instead, the thrust produced by the engines is measured in Newtons or pounds-force. This thrust is essential for propelling the shuttle into space and overcoming Earth's gravity.

You can check the next space launch schedule on websites like NASA's launch schedule or Space.com. Launch dates can change due to weather or technical issues, so it's always good to check closer to the event.

American Space Shuttle - Columbia April 13, 1981 (STS-1) Soviet (Russian) Orbiter - Buran November 15, 1988

Initial stages of most rockets are used to boost them out of Earth's gravity and are separated at low enough altitudes that they simply burn up in Earth's atmosphere. However the 3rd stage of Apollo VII - XVII are expended at great enough of an altitude that they could still be in orbit.

In 1992 an object beleived to be part of Apollo 12's 3rd stage was discovered orbiting the Earth. It had been in a solar orbit prior to being captured by Earth's gravity.

The orbiter's main engines are fueled by liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen. The 2 solid rocket boosters which provide additional lift during the first 2 minutes of flight are powered by solid propellent consisting of ammonium percholate, iron oxide, and aluminum. Electrical power is provided by fuel cells.

If you mean the international space station, then there are 13 people on board

This question has an ever changing answer with manned missions occurring every few months or sometimes every few weeks between NASA and the Russian Space Agency. China also launched its first and only manned mission in 2003 and has announced additional missions.

When the shuttle is taking off, it burns enormous amounts of hydrogen with an oxidiser. The sole product of this reaction is water. However, this water cannot stay in the air, as the air is then supersaturated (like stormclouds). So the excess falls to Earth, in the form of rain. other than that the government is evil

Viewing a shuttle launch is a once in a lifetime experience for many, so one answer is whenever you get the opportunity. Many who have seen multiple launches state that night launches are their favorites. From a practical point of view, launches scheduled for times and dates where weather is less likely to cause delays are the best. Launches scheduled for summer afternoons and evenings are the most likely to be scrubbed due to the often volatile weather conditions.

Gases are cooled to a liquid state for use in rocket fuel because in liquid form, they are more dense and take up less space, making them easier to transport and store. Additionally, liquid fuels provide more consistent performance and are easier to regulate during combustion compared to gases.