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June 17, 2016

Launch Vehicle Ascent Trajectories and Sequencing
Bethesda MD (SPX) Jun 16, 2016
Almost all space launch vehicles liftoff from the ground in the vertical direction and continue to orbit along an ascent trajectory that is usually optimized for the conditions in order to maximize performance while maintaining conservative safety margins. The actual shape of the path to orbit is influenced by a number of factors, including winds and the desired payload injection parameters. However, the ideal trajectory profile is based on reaching orbital speed, altitude and orientation as the u ... read more

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