Returning to Earth on a Space Shuttle and the New Era of Commercial Space Flights
Summary
In this article, we discuss the process of returning to Earth on a space shuttle and the recent commercial space flights by Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson. We compare our own experience in space to the shorter journeys of the recent space flights and predict that the passengers on these flights will not require as much physical conditioning upon return. Finally, we express interest in going on a space flight with Branson or Bezos and discuss the unique perspective on our planet that space travel offers.
Table of Contents
- Returning to Earth on a Space Shuttle
- The New Era of Commercial Space Flights
- Our Experience in Space Compared to Recent Space Flights
- The Future of Space Travel and Our Planet
Returning to Earth on a Space Shuttle
Returning to Earth on a space shuttle is a complex process that involves burning the engines to slow down and enter the Earth’s atmosphere. The shuttle must be angled correctly to avoid burning up upon re-entry. Once the shuttle enters the atmosphere, it experiences extreme heat due to the friction of the air. The shuttle must be equipped with heat shields to protect it from this heat. Finally, the shuttle must deploy parachutes to slow down and land safely.
The New Era of Commercial Space Flights
The recent commercial space flights by Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson mark a new era in space travel. These flights are different from previous ones because they are operated by commercial companies rather than governments. This opens up space travel to a wider range of people and could lead to new innovations in the field.
Our Experience in Space Compared to Recent Space Flights
Our experience in space involved a two-week journey and adjusting to gravity upon return. In contrast, the recent space flights by Bezos and Branson were much shorter. We predict that the passengers on these flights will not require as much physical conditioning upon return.
The Future of Space Travel and Our Planet
We express interest in going on a space flight with Richard Branson or Jeff Bezos, but find the ticket price too expensive. We would be willing to go as an interested observer or even as a flight attendant. Going to space offers a unique perspective on our planet, which could help answer some of the big questions about its origins and how to take care of it. We are curious about how the experience of flying to space will impact successful entrepreneurs like Branson and Bezos.
Conclusion
In conclusion, returning to Earth on a space shuttle is a complex process that requires careful planning and execution. The recent commercial space flights by Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson mark a new era in space travel and could lead to new innovations in the field. While we are interested in going on a space flight ourselves, we recognize that the high ticket prices make it difficult for most people to do so. Nonetheless, the unique perspective on our planet that space travel offers is invaluable and could help us better understand and care for our world.
