On-Orbit Ops
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On-Orbit Ops
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to complete the Quick Quiz! for this lesson. Click on Extended Mission for more fun activities, links, and resources on this topic. Consider this topic for your final project! This assignment has three parts. A one-paragraph career summary, a one-paragraph description of a shuttle science experiment and the Shuttle Math (link to section below) question. Don't forget to submit it along with your written assignments. 1. Write a one-page detailed summary of one
of the experiments done on board the space shuttle in the last 3 years
from any of the following fields:
List the experiment objectives, components,
process, and results or findings. List all your sources. Click
here for links to a variety of experiments done in low-Earth orbit. What job in this field interests you? Choose
one from the list below or view any of the biographies at Shuttle
Team On-line and at the TAS
2000 Mentor Page . 2. Write a one-paragraph summary of what degree
you would need, what school you might attend, and what some of your duties
might be. Describe any specializations that would be of particular interest
to you in this position. List all your sources. Careers in Space Astronauts
Training for space shuttle crew and missions,
the ISS, and ground support personnel provides knowledge for implementing
important procedures and using special equipment for space-related activities.
A few examples are given below. Click on Space
Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
Space shuttle flight readiness involves personnel who maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair the space shuttle fleet, other systems, and equipment used during and between space shuttle missions. A few examples are given below. Click on Space Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
Mission safety is a critical aspect of all
space shuttle missions.
Launch and landing operations determine whether
a space shuttle mission may proceed as scheduled or should be delayed
and/or should return space shuttles from space to Earth safely after each
mission. A few examples are given below. Click on Space
Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
In-flight operations involve monitoring space
shuttle and Orbiter functions as well as performing certain procedures
on Earth during space shuttle and future space station missions. A few
examples are given below. Click on Space
Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
International Space Station (ISS) flight controller
Payload processing scientists and engineers
ensure experiments are prepared properly and safely for each mission.
A few examples are given below. Click on Space
Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
Engineering and design involves individuals
who review plans for, construct, modify, and improve different parts of
space shuttles, the International Space
Station (ISS), and new space transportation systems. A few examples
are given below. Click on Space
Shuttle Team On-line to read their biographies.
3. Shuttle Math You must include an answer to this question
with your assignment to receive full credit. It's okay if you don't get
it right, just give it your best shot. Explain how you got your answer! The Deorbit Burn: Part Two 1. Compute the change (delta) in velocity
that must be used to lower the perigee to a 60-mile altitude. There is
a change of 1 mile for every 2 feet per second (fps) when you are below
a 500-mile altitude above the Earth. This was your answer to the shuttle math question
for unit one. 2. Assuming the Orbiter's OMS engines have
a combined force (thrust) of 12,000 lbs and the shuttle has a mass of
240,000 lbs (with a full cargo bay), use the equations to compute the
length (time) of the burn necessary (in seconds or minutes). t = v/a time equals velocity
divided by acceleration Your acceleration will be in G's, where 1
G = 32 feet per second per second (how far an object travels due to the
force of gravity in a vacuum). Put your answer in your assignment as "Shuttle
Math" (show your work). Hint: You can also use English slugs instead
of G's. 1 slug = 32 pounds. This makes the equation somewhat simpler.
Mass of the Orbiter = 240,000/32 slugs. Your assignment will be assessed using the
following criteria. If your work meets all of the criteria below, it will
be considered exemplary. If one or two of the criteria are not met, your
work will be considered satisfactory. If more than three criteria are
not met, your work will be considered unsatisfactory and you will be asked
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| Assignments | Content | Grammar | Creativity/Originality | Length |
| Career Summary | Paragraph includes specific elements:
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Paragraph is grammatically correct and free from spelling errors. | Paragraph is interesting to read, flows well, and is easy to understand. | Paragraph contains at least 300 words. |
| Experiment Description |
Paragraph includes all required elements:
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Paragraph is grammatically correct and free from spelling errors. | Paragraph is grammatically correct and free from spelling errors. | Paragraph contains at least 300 words |
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Shuttle Math |
Answer is correct |
Work is shown |
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