How to land the Space Shuttle

[octave]

[Kyle Communications]

I really enjoyed that...thanks for posting. Knew most of the proceedures but he certainly did a great job explaining it

 

 

[facthunter]

Good presentation. Notice how sensitive the desired slope gets near the ground. World's biggest forced landing. Nev

 

 

[rankamateur]

Critical glide slope, too slight and bounce off the atmosphere, would have to ruin your dinner plans.

 

 

[facthunter]

The original programme was designated "Dyna Soar" as a reusable entry vehicle concept not using a parachute. They generally get to look a bit used after a flight due to the heating of the surfaces. Weighs about as much as a Boeing B 727 from memory. A good exercise in energy management which should be considered in all forms of flight. Nev

 

 

[DGL Fox]

Great explanation...loved it... now they just need a new type of engine for the future !!!!

 

David

 

 

[scre80]

Great video, worth the watch.

 

 

[mkennard]

A great read is "Into the Black" by Rowland White. Talks about the design and the first flight.