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Space Shuttle
The Space Shuttles are reusable spacecraft with wings for controlled descent into the atmosphere. They are designed to transport astronauts between earth and an orbiting space station and to deploy and retrieve satellites. Atlantis, Discovery, and Endeavour are the three Space Shuttles in operation today.
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What is the current space shuttle in space?
As of now, there are no space shuttles in operation. The Space Shuttle program was retired in 2011, and NASA has shifted its focus to other spacecraft like the SpaceX Dragon and Boeing Starliner for crewed missions to space.
When did the US begin space exploration?
There are different ways to define space exploration. In the 1940s the US began sending animals into space. Planning for US human exploration began with the formation of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in July of 1958.
What was the dimensions of the first space shuttle to go into space?
the dimensions of the first space shuttle were what ever the dimensions of them are how every were made so if you have a problem with it deal with it
How long did it take to build the space shuttle challenger?
The construction of the Space Shuttle Challenger began in 1979 and was completed in 1982, taking about three years to build.
The action and reaction forces involved during rocket work?
Rocket work reflects the Conservation of Energy or the Law of Equilibrium or the sum of the forces is zero.
Newton's Third Law is the manifestation of the sum of the vector forces is zero. Newton did not properly formulate Gravitational Energy.
The Gravitational Energy is E= -GmM/r + mcV = -mu/r + mcV, where V is the vector velocity of m. Newton did not include mcV, This resulted in today's dark energy confusion.
The Second Law is proper for the Rockets, F = ma.
F= XW = [d/dr, Del]m[ -u/r, cP] = cp/r[v/c -1, -1R + v/c 1R + rdm/mdr 1R ]
where DelxV is zero at when Tangent and Gradient are parallel.
where Vdm/dt is the rocket exhaust force and mdV/dt is the rocket force.
Does every shuttle make the sonic boom during re entery?
The sonic boom is an artifact of exceeding the speed of sound. As any shuttle would reenter earth's atmosphere way in excessive of that speed, yes, every reentry should be accompanies by a sonic boom.
How long was the space shuttle in use?
The first space shuttle was named Enterprise after the famous Star Trek vessel but never flew in space. The actual first space-bound shuttle was Columbia which launched on April 12, 1981 with Robert Crippen and John Young (an Apollo astronaut) commanding. As you may know, Columbia was later destroyed during re-entry over Texas on Feburary 1, 2003. The space shuttle Challenger was destroyed during launch in 1986. The remaining space shuttles (Atlantis, Endeavor, Discovery) are still in use but they are scheduled to stop flying in a few years to divery money to the Constellation / Ares moon missions. President Elect-Obama and his team are considering extending the shuttle life span past the current end date.
How big was space shuttle Columbia?
Columbia was a Space Shuttle Orbiter.
Space Shuttle Orbiters are 37.23 meters (122.17 feet) long, 17.27 meters (56.67 feet) high, with a wingspan of 23.79 meters (78.06 feet) and maximum weight of 2,041,166 kilograms (4.5 million pounds) at liftoff and 104,326 kilograms (230,000 pounds) at the end of the mission when returning to Earth.
What are the tiles on the space shuttle called?
You are likely thinking of the High-temperature reusable surface insulation (HRSI) tiles. These are part of the larger thermal protection system (TPS) which also includes the Low-temperature Reusable Surface Insulation (LRSI) tiles, Toughened unipiece fibrous insulation (TUFI) tiles as well as the Felt reusable surface insulation (FRSI) blankets and Flexible Insulation Blankets (FIB).
What is the Difference between space-shuttle space -probe spacecraft?
A space shuttle is a reusable spacecraft designed for human spaceflight, carrying astronauts to and from space. A space probe is an unmanned spacecraft designed to explore other planets, moons, or asteroids without carrying humans. Spacecraft is a general term that encompasses both manned (space shuttles) and unmanned (space probes) vehicles designed for space exploration.
What is the Disadvantage and advantages of space rocket?
Disadvantage: High costs of production and operation, environmental impact from rocket launches, and limited cargo capacity.
Advantage: Rapid transportation of cargo and humans to space, ability to deploy satellites and space probes, and potential for exploring other planets.
If the shuttle travels 17500 mph why does it look like they are not moving in space walks?
Because everything (the Shuttle, the camera the astronaut) is traveling at the same speed. If you are in an airplane you and your fellow passengers are traveling at several hundred MPH but to you it looks like the things around you are standing still. Another example is as the Earth rotates, you and the surface you are standing on is moving at about 1000 MPH, but to you is looks like you're still.
How long does it take the space shuttle to reach space stations?
The space shuttle took about 8.5 minutes to reach the International Space Station after launch. The shuttle travelled at speeds of around 17,500 miles per hour to reach the ISS, which is in low Earth orbit.
What kind of fuel does rockets use?
almost anything that burns:
- gasoline
- kerosene
- hydrazine
- rubber
- asphalt
- aluminum powder
- etc.
But remember the rocket must also carry its own oxidizer.
Is the Space Shuttle an airplane?
No, the Space Shuttle is not an airplane in the classic sense. The Shuttle cannot "fly" from place to place like an airplane -- it must be carried from place to place on Earth on the back of an airplane.
By the classic definition, an airplane is craft that uses power (engines) to push or pull it through the air while using the "lift" created on the wings to keep it aloft (in the air). The Shuttle uses power during launch, but like a rocket, pushing it up -- the wings are not used to keep it aloft. During reentry power is not pushing it through the air, it is sailing through the air (using the lift on its wings) like a big glider. So, at no time is the Shuttle being pushed through the air while using its wings for lift.
Name 5 spaceships which have gone into space?
Assuming by spaceship you mean a spacecraft that leaves Earth carrying people. This excludes unmanned spacecraft and space stations.
Soviet/Russian -- Vostok & Soyuz
US -- Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Shuttle
The Lunar Module was a spacecraft the carried men, but it did not leave Earth carrying people.
What is the cost to build a space shuttle?
The cost to build a space shuttle varied depending on the specific model and program. For example, the total cost of the Space Shuttle program, including development and operation, was estimated to be around $196 billion. This cost included design, construction, maintenance, and launches of the shuttles.
What speed is space shuttle at 4 seconds after launch?
At 4 seconds after launch, the space shuttle typically reaches a speed of around 100 mph (160 km/h) as it accelerates rapidly in the initial phase of its journey into space.
What was America's first reusable spacecraft?
The Space Shuttle, developed by NASA, was America's first reusable spacecraft. It was introduced in 1981 and consisted of an orbiter, solid rocket boosters, and an external fuel tank. The Space Shuttle program continued until 2011.
What makes the space shuttle more versatile than earlier spacecraft?
The space shuttle is more versatile than earlier spacecraft because it can launch like a rocket and land like an airplane, allowing it to be reused for multiple missions. It also has a large cargo bay that can carry satellites, experiments, and crew members to and from space. Additionally, the shuttle's ability to be refurbished and launched again quickly gives it a shorter turnaround time between missions.
What is the main advantage of the space shuttle?
The main advantage of the space shuttle was its ability to carry astronauts, satellites, and other cargo to orbit and back to Earth in a reusable manner. This allowed for cost-effective and relatively routine access to space for various missions and payloads.
Where is America's spaceship launching station situated?
America's primary spaceship launching station is situated at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This iconic facility has been the launch site for numerous space missions, including those of the Apollo, Space Shuttle, and Space X programs.
What are the different types of rockets?
Micro rockets are meant as an introduction for youngsters in the world of amateur rocketry. These small rockets are build out of light materials as cardboard and balsa-wood; but they do allow to explain the principles of rocket propulsion and the behavior of rockets in flight (stability).
They use commercial motors and don't use a electronic ejection system for the parachute.
Micro rockets typically attain an altitude of 25 to 200 meters and can thus be launched from relatively small areas.
These are mostly commercial scale model kits or custom build rockets with commercial available elements. Materials used are cardboard, balsa-wood and plastic; metals are forbidden. Commercial motors up to type "G" (=160Ns thrust) are the only allowed motors in this category and use a parachute or streamer on board to slow down the rocket during descent which is ejected by a small explosive charge on top of the motor.
Some rockets have also a payload section (egg, camera, small electronic experiment, ...). This category also knows several official competitions.
You can achieve heights up to 1000m and even more. It quite easy and fun to build and launch model rockets.
The 'Vlaamse Raket Organisatie' doesn't focus on model rockets, but you are welcome if you need some practical assistance. If you would like to launch this types of rockets, the Euro Space Center Rocketry Club is the place to be for you.
The NAR and Tripoli are the most well-known international organization. They have local clubs and organizations in almost every country (were rocketry is allowed).
High Power Rocketry is a step further in model rocketry. These rockets are much bigger and more more materials are allowed to use. They can have flight electronics on board for measurements, flight control and tracking, in flight video capturing, ... They always use commercial motors.
Because bigger and stronger motors are involved, you need a certification to buy these motors. This certification can be achieved if you succeed in the appropriate certification flight recognized by the NAR and Tripoli.
These rockets can achieve heights of several kilometers.
You will not see this type of rockets in Belgium because of the limited launch possibilities.
These rockets are a first introduction to experimental rockets. The main objective is to get the rocket safe back to the ground with a parachute released by an electronic system. Because of their size they have to be launched from a launch tower and on military ranges.
They may contain some metallic parts, weigh about 1 to 2 kg and reach altitudes below 100 meters.
These rockets have diameters from 4 to ... cm, contain metal parts and electronics and can reach altitudes of a many kilometers. Every flight incorporates measurements of the flight path and these values are stored in onboard memory or transmitted real time to the ground.
The chemical and thermodynamic properties of the rocket-fuels is determined with static testing .
It is clear that these types of rockets can only be launched from suitable launching sites (typically military sites) and that all the required safety measures have to be taken into account when dealing with the fuels.
What kinds of fuel do liquid fuel rockets use?
Liquid rockets can use a single liquid, two liquids or, rarely, three fuels (more correctly called propellants). The most common type uses two propellants, generally one liquid fuel and one oxidizer -- such as liquid hydrogen (fuel) and liquid oxygen (oxidizer).
