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Why SpaceX's Starship Will Fall Like a Skydiver and Not Fly Like an Airplane

Everyday Astronaut via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the differences between SpaceX's Starship and the Space Shuttle in this informative 20-minute video. Dive into a detailed comparison of their reentry methods, control surfaces, and thermal protection systems. Learn why Starship will descend like a skydiver rather than glide like an airplane. Discover how Starship's design innovations address the challenges faced by the Space Shuttle. Gain insights into the engineering behind Starship's unique reentry profile, control mechanisms, and heat shield technology. Visualize concepts through Kerbal Space Program simulations and expert explanations. Understand the evolution of spacecraft design and how SpaceX is revolutionizing space travel with Starship's innovative approach to reentry and landing.

Syllabus

Intro
Starship vs Space Shuttle
Kerbal Space Program
Thrusters
Heat shield
BFS heat shield
Kerbal heat shield
Space Shuttle tiles
Space Shuttle heat shield
Landing legs
Outro

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Everyday Astronaut

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