Phrases with «science orbit»

The phrase "science orbit" refers to the path of a satellite or spacecraft that is designed to study and gather information about the Earth, other planets, or outer space. It's like a special pathway followed by scientific tools and instruments that help scientists explore and learn more about the universe. Full definition

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Sentences with «science orbit»

After a propulsive maneuver into a 25 - hour capture orbit, aerocapture was used over the course of 76 days to achieve the two - hour science orbit. (science.howstuffworks.com)
«It's not ESA's first experience with aerobraking, but it is the first time we've used this technique to achieve a planned science orbit, repeating it for such a long duration,» said Michel Denis, ESA's ExoMars flight director. (astronomynow.com)
After arriving at Mars in September 2014, MAVEN will settle into its elliptical science orbit. (lasp.colorado.edu)
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Phrases with «science orbit»

Sentences with «science orbit»

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