Practice Orbital Transfers (10.1) - Energy Methods, Force Fields & Central Forces
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Orbital Transfers

Practice - Orbital Transfers

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Question 1 Easy

What is a Hohmann transfer orbit?

💡 Hint: Think about how many burns are involved.

Question 2 Easy

Define escape velocity.

💡 Hint: What speed do you need to leave Earth's gravity?

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of a Hohmann transfer orbit?

To achieve maximum speed
To change orbits efficiently
To minimize weight

💡 Hint: Think about the efficiency in orbital transfers.

Question 2

True or False: Escape velocity remains constant regardless of the distance from the gravitational body.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how gravity changes with distance.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A spacecraft needs to transition from a low Earth orbit (LEO) to a geostationary orbit. If the velocity change Δv is found to be 3 km/s, how would you calculate the fuel required, considering the thrust-to-weight ratio of the craft?

💡 Hint: Use the mission parameters and propulsion details to estimate fuel consumption.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain the importance of the Hohmann transfer orbit in planning interplanetary missions.

💡 Hint: Think about how this method conserves resources over long distances.

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