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Hopewell Valley Student Podcasting NetworkChemistry ConnectionsChemistry of Rockets and Space CraftsEpisode #15 Welcome to Chemistry Connections, my name is Vanessa and I am your host for episode #15 called Chemistry of Rockets and Space crafts. Today I will be discussing how rockets are launched into space and how people are able to survive in the vessels. Specifically, how chemistry helps make space travel possible.
Segment 1: Introduction to Rockets and Space CraftsWhat is a rocket?
First off I’m going to talk about what a rocket actually is. Usually when you think of a rocket, you probably think of a tall, thin, round vehicle. However, a rocket isn’t just the traditional spacecraft but it can also be the engine and any vehicle that uses the engine
When were rockets invented?
The first “rockets” were created in China in the 1200s. They used solid fuel and were used as fireworks. They were also used by armies. Overtime, rockets evolved and became bigger. Rocket production really picked up during the cold war, where in 1957 the Soviet’s Sputnik was launched. In 1969, the United States sent the first men to the moon with the Saturn V rocketHow rockets and spacecraft work have changed over time, especially with the types of engines used and how the engines work.
Shuttles and space capsules (apollo missions)
How do the engines work?
The engines burn fuel, which turns into hot gas which is then pushed out the back by the engine. The gas causes the rocket to propel upwards and move forwardsA rocket engine is different from a jet engine because it doesn't need air. It has everything it needs, allowing it to work in space.There are two types of engines:Liquid fuels (used in the space shuttles and Russian Soyuz)First liquid fuel rocket which is used today was invented by Robert H GoddardSolid fuels (on the side of the space shuttles)
Rockets/Space Crafts Today:
ISS (International Space Station)NASA, Russia’s Roscosmos, Japan’s JAXA, Europe’s ESA, and Canada’s CSATo conduct research and study spaceArtemis missionsReturn to the moon, long term presence on the moon, to study and better understand the lunar...
Hopewell Valley Student Podcasting NetworkChemistry ConnectionsChemistry of Rockets and Space CraftsEpisode #15 Welcome to Chemistry Connections, my name is Vanessa and I am your host for episode #15 called Chemistry of Rockets and Space crafts. Today I will be discussing how rockets are launched into space and how people are able to survive in the vessels. Specifically, how chemistry helps make space travel possible.
Segment 1: Introduction to Rockets and Space CraftsWhat is a rocket?
First off I’m going to talk about what a rocket actually is. Usually when you think of a rocket, you probably think of a tall, thin, round vehicle. However, a rocket isn’t just the traditional spacecraft but it can also be the engine and any vehicle that uses the engine
When were rockets invented?
The first “rockets” were created in China in the 1200s. They used solid fuel and were used as fireworks. They were also used by armies. Overtime, rockets evolved and became bigger. Rocket production really picked up during the cold war, where in 1957 the Soviet’s Sputnik was launched. In 1969, the United States sent the first men to the moon with the Saturn V rocketHow rockets and spacecraft work have changed over time, especially with the types of engines used and how the engines work.
Shuttles and space capsules (apollo missions)
How do the engines work?
The engines burn fuel, which turns into hot gas which is then pushed out the back by the engine. The gas causes the rocket to propel upwards and move forwardsA rocket engine is different from a jet engine because it doesn't need air. It has everything it needs, allowing it to work in space.There are two types of engines:Liquid fuels (used in the space shuttles and Russian Soyuz)First liquid fuel rocket which is used today was invented by Robert H GoddardSolid fuels (on the side of the space shuttles)
Rockets/Space Crafts Today:
ISS (International Space Station)NASA, Russia’s Roscosmos, Japan’s JAXA, Europe’s ESA, and Canada’s CSATo conduct research and study spaceArtemis missionsReturn to the moon, long term presence on the moon, to study and better understand the lunar...
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