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How Does SpaceX's Dragon Get Back to Earth from Orbit? How Exactly It Re-Enters and Lands

Offered By: Everyday Astronaut via YouTube

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Orbital Mechanics Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the intricate process of SpaceX's Dragon capsule returning to Earth from orbit in this comprehensive 32-minute video. Delve into the physics of deorbiting, examining the specific hardware that enables the Crew Dragon Capsule to safely reenter the atmosphere and splash down. Follow the detailed sequence of events and learn about the precise conditions required for a secure reentry. Gain insights into orbital mechanics, the timeline of the Crew Dragon's return journey, and the critical reentry criteria. Enhance your understanding of space travel through this informative breakdown, complete with a hardware overview and a concise summary of the entire process.

Syllabus

- Intro
- Re-Entry Criteria
- Crew Dragon Re-Entry Timeline
- Hardware Overview
- Orbital Mechanics Rundown
- Summary


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Everyday Astronaut

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