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i solved it. thanks to all who responded
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Can you show how you got that answer?nick727kcin said:a.)Consider a 1000 kg communication satellite that needs to be boosted from an orbit 300 km above the Earth to a geosynchronous orbit 35,900 km above the earth. Find the velocity v_1 on the lower circular orbit.
this came out to be: 7730m/s
nick727kcin said:thanks for responding guys, and i got that answer by using this formula:
v= (sq. root) GM/(Re+h)
part a is definitely right, though
A satellite is a man-made object that orbits around a planet or other celestial body. Satellites can be used for various purposes, such as communication, navigation, and scientific research.
Satellites stay in orbit due to the balance between their forward motion and the gravitational pull of the object they are orbiting. This is known as the centripetal force, which keeps the satellite in a constant state of free-fall around the object.
As of 2021, there are over 6,000 satellites in orbit around the Earth. However, this number is constantly changing as new satellites are launched and old ones are decommissioned.
The main purpose of exploring outer space with satellites is to gather information and data about the universe and our own planet. Satellites can help us better understand weather patterns, monitor natural disasters, and study other planets and galaxies.
Satellites are typically launched into orbit using rockets or space shuttles. The satellite is placed on top of the rocket or shuttle and is propelled into space with a combination of powerful engines and booster rockets. Once it reaches its intended orbit, the satellite is released and begins its mission.