Aviation and space
- How many artificial satellites? Since the launch of the first artificial satellite in 1957, their number orbiting the earth is constantly growing – today it accounts for more than half a dozen thousand. Of these, only several hundred are operational, the remaining objects can be called space debris.
- What speed can reach a rocket Topol-M Any ICBM "Topol-M" in particular, has a speed range from 6 to 7.9 km/s. Maximum distance at which the Topol-M can hit targets, 11 000 km inclination, and the speed limit of MBR is determined at the moment of start, they depend on the intended target.
- Why day the moon is visible The phenomenon of visibility of the moon is actually observed on the new moon. This is due to some cause. Side of the moon that is illuminated by the Sun, every time refers to the inhabitants of the Earth from a new angle, with the result that there is the changing of the moon phases. This process is not affected by the Earth's shadow, except for those moments when the Moon is eclipsed during a full moon. This phenomenon occurs twice a year.
- How to name a planet Planets are real and fictional. Fictional planet can be named anything, but, at least for the illusion of certainty, makes sense to adhere to the rules adopted in astronomy for naming celestial bodies.
- What would happen if a flying aircraft hit by lightning The lightning in the plane - quite rare for modern aviation. Usually, according to the instructions of safety, pilots may not enter the plane in storm front. The machine should bypass the cloud to the right or left, but never to fly from below, otherwise the lightning will definitely strike at her. However, sometimes lightning all fall in a plane that can have certain consequences.
- Do aliens exist? For decades the inhabitants of our planet are arguing about extraterrestrial life. Every day in the Newspapers, television screens and the radio waves slip the news about the extraordinary findings about unidentified flying objects and beings, descended from heaven.
- Why the astronaut suit From the point of view of biology space the environment is absolutely hostile to man. Suitable for human life conditions of the known planets while also not detected. To ensure the life and work of astronauts in outer space and on the surface of celestial bodies are designed spacesuit is a complex and knowledge-intensive clothing for explorers.
- Dangerous turbulence in flight Many people on the planet believe that turbulence is a dangerous phenomenon. However, this opinion is erroneous, as the aviation for more than 100 years, and the aircraft enters the turbulence zone still reaches the destination. The conclusion is – the problem is the people that due to "jumping" in the air plane start to panic.
- How to mine raw materials on asteroids Although the extraction of raw materials on asteroids is associated with many difficulties, some scientists believe that it will become not only possible but even profitable by the middle of the XXI century. Industrial development of asteroids is especially important since the mineral resources on Land gradually decrease.
- Why do stars fall In the age of space exploration and science in the age of rationalism and pragmatism, there is a romantic superstition: if a star is falling to make a wish. After these words, usually followed by a long discussion on the topic: "what is a shooting star and why it crashes".