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Space Missions

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · Science

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Introduction to Space Missions

  • Space missions are classified into two main categories: Earth-orbiting satellites and outer space exploration
  • First artificial satellite 'Sputnik' was launched by Soviet Union in 1957
  • Yuri Gagarin (USSR) was the first person to orbit Earth in 1961
2

Classification of Artificial Satellites

  • Weather satellites: Study and predict weather patterns (INSAT, GSAT series)
  • Communication satellites: Establish global communication using radio waves
  • Broadcast satellites: Television program transmission
3

Orbits of Artificial Satellites

  • Satellite orbits depend on function, height requirements, and coverage area
  • Critical velocity (vc) is the tangential velocity needed for orbital motion
  • Critical velocity is independent of satellite mass
4

Types of Satellite Orbits

  • Low Earth Orbits (LEO): 180-2000 km height, 90-minute revolution period
  • Used for scientific experiments, atmospheric studies, ISS, Hubble telescope
  • Medium Earth Orbits (MEO): 2000-35,780 km height, 2-24 hour periods

Key Concepts

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