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What was the problem encountered by the Apollo 13?
The problem encountered by Apollo 13 was an oxygen tank explosion that caused a loss of electrical power, cabin heat, and potable water, putting the crew in danger. This forced the mission to be aborted and the crew to use the lunar module as a lifeboat to survive their return to Earth.
What does the heat shield do on the command module?
The heat shield on the command module protects it from the extreme heat generated during reentry into Earth's atmosphere by dissipating heat and preventing damage to the spacecraft and its crew. It is a critical component for ensuring a safe return to Earth.
What is the Apollo 11 made of?
The Apollo 11 spacecraft was composed of multiple modules: command module (made of aluminum alloy), service module (made of aluminum alloy), and lunar module (made of aluminum alloy, stainless steel, and titanium). The exterior was covered in a heat shield made of ablative material to protect against reentry heat.
What materials did the Apollo 11 use?
The Apollo 11 spacecraft was primarily constructed using aluminum alloys for the body of the spacecraft, titanium for the landing gear and other components, and stainless steel for certain structural elements. The heat shield was made of brazed stainless steel honeycomb material. Additionally, various polymers and fabrics were used for insulation and interior components.
How did Apollo return to earth from the moon?
Apollo spacecraft re-entered Earth's atmosphere, slowed down with the help of a heat shield, deployed parachutes to slow down further, and safely landed in the ocean. Astronauts were then recovered by a waiting aircraft carrier.
What did the heat shield do in the Apollo moon landings?
When a spaceship returns, the vehicle is travelling so fast that the air rubs over the surface of the capsule or craft and generates heat. The heat shield was an insulating layer on the bottom of the Apollo capsule that prevented the astronauts from frying as it dropped through the atmosphere. Incidentally the Endeavour tragedy was caused by the heat shield being damaged which allowed white hot plasma gas to get inside the wing of the space shuttle and caused it to explode.
Is the large washer used with a radius arm heat shield?
According to the Moog problem Solver it is used between the bushing heat shield and the nut that holds everything on.
What is difference between thermal and catalytic cracking?
Thermal CRacking is caused by heat while catalytic cracking is not caused by heat
Why wasn't the Apollo lander able to land on earth?
Because it didn't have a heat shield. It burned up when it re-entered earth's atmosphere.
How did the Apollo team compensate for the heat on the moon?
They mostly used thermal blankets to shield the equipment and the Lunar Module from the intense heat of the sun. The astronauts were protected from the heat by their space suit and with cooling water which flowed continuously through their undergarments.
What was the problem encountered by the Apollo 13?
The problem encountered by Apollo 13 was an oxygen tank explosion that caused a loss of electrical power, cabin heat, and potable water, putting the crew in danger. This forced the mission to be aborted and the crew to use the lunar module as a lifeboat to survive their return to Earth.
How much would it cost to fix the heat shield on your car?
Which heat shield? There are several.
Heat shield vs no heat shield?
i would need to know which shield ur talking about before i can give a professional opinion.
What is a battery heat shield?
it a battery with a shield around it
What if your responsibility as a leader is to heat shield your subordinates You do this by?
Your responsibility as a leader is to "heat shield" your subordinates. You do this by all of the above
How do you make a heat shield out of just tin foil and a wire grate?
Model rockets do not need heat shields, they don't move fast enough for air friction heating to be a problem.
What condition are needed for cracking?
The two conditions that are needed for cracking are heat and pressure. The practice of cracking or causing changes in rock strata is most commonly associated with mining.
