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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 was the cause of the Columbia space shuttle disaster?
The Columbia space shuttle disaster was caused by damage done to left wing of the Columbia. It occurred only 81.9 seconds after the departing. The culprit was a separation of insulation foam.
Why is it advantageous for astronauts to live on a space station rather than a space shuttle?
it is advantageous for astronauts to live on a space station rather a space shuttle because a space station allow astronauts to stay and work extended time . A space shuttle is a space craft to transport astronauts , satellites, and other materials to and from space.
How many space shuttles has NASA built with the intention to use in space?
They are in the order in which they flew:
Colombia
Challenger
Discovery
Atlantis
Endeavour
So your answer would be 5.
What was the next shuttle to launch after challenger?
Discovery was the next shuttle to launch. Over 2 years later.
Why is there a white triangle under the space shuttle engines when they are lit?
Why is there a white triangle under the space shuttle engines when they are lit? Within the flame produced by a lit space shuttle engine, there are temperature and pressure differences causing the flame to appear in different colors. The white triagle is made the by the shape of the space shuttle engine in combination with these temperature and pressure differences.
What 2 space shuttles exploded in space?
Challenger broke up 73 seconds after launch at 48,000 feet.
Columbia broke up at 230,200 feet, just shy of 9 minutes after EI (Entry Interface-the point when the shuttle entered the discernible atmosphere--400,000 feet).
The Earth's atmosphere extends 600 km (1,968,503.9370079 feet). So, no US shuttle has ever exploded in space.
What are the disadvantages of the orbiter?
They do not have to deal with the optical distortion otherwise cause by our atmosphere. Also most locations of earth could never have a major telescope because of light pollution, not an issue in space. ____________________ Some disadvantages are that they are costly to maintain and to operate.
Built and sponsored by the Canadian Space Agency, the Space Shuttle's Canadarm was used on the Space Shuttles as the robotic arm for moving cargo, and deploying/retrieving satellites in space. It was used on later flights in conjunction with the Orbiter Boom Sensor System, an extension to Canadarm, to allow for inspections of the Shuttle heat shield prior to re-entry. It was never designed for, nor could it lift anything while in Earth's gravity.
The International Space Station's Canadarm 2, or Mobile Servicing System (officially, Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS)) is the primary construction tool of the ISS. Using the ISS'sMobile Transporter railway system, the MSS can relocate itself anywhere on the station it need to in order to fulfill whatever task is needed for construction or maintenance.
What is the difference between a space station and a space ship?
a space station is generally bigger and remains in one spot. A space ship is designed to carry people and/or objects into space.
Did they find the space shuttle challengers capsule?
The Space Shuttle is not a capsule, it's a spacecraft. They found many pieces of the Challenger space shuttle, including the crew compartment.
Why does it take less fuel to launch a space shuttle from moon than from earth?
To launch a space shuttle (or anything) you have to overcome gravity. The gravitational attraction of the moon is tremendously less than that of the Earth. The moon is much smaller than the Earth.
In 1969, President Richard Nixon decided to support proceeding with Space Shuttle development. A series of development programs and analysis refined the basic design, prior to full development and testing. In August 1973, the X-24B proved that an unpowered spaceplane could re-enter Earth's atmosphere for a horizontal landing.
The person in charge of designing the STS had also overseen the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo spacecraft designs. The first of four orbital test flights occurred in 1981, leading to operational flights beginning in 1982. It was used on a total of 135 missions from 1981 to 2011.
Why did Americans invent the space shuttle?
THe American's built the space shuttle to have a reusable rocket that could go out into space and come back to earth.
How long does it take to get up to space in a rocket?
That totally depends on the weight of the rocket, but most manned rockets take about 8 1/2 minutes to reach orbit.
What do space shuttles and under water crafts have in common?
Space shuttles and underwater craft both must be air tight, and must carry an air supply with them.
