Earth's satellite and its first space speed

Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating the height required for an artificial satellite to achieve a geostationary orbit and determining the first and second cosmic velocities. A geostationary orbit occurs at approximately 35,786 kilometers above the Earth's equator, where the satellite matches the Earth's rotation. The first cosmic velocity, necessary for a circular orbit, is approximately 7.9 km/s, while the second cosmic velocity, required to escape Earth's gravitational influence, is about 11.2 km/s.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of gravitational forces and acceleration in orbital mechanics
  • Basic knowledge of physics, particularly Newton's laws of motion
  • Familiarity with the concepts of orbital velocity and escape velocity
  • Mathematical skills for solving equations related to circular motion
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the calculations for geostationary orbit height and its significance
  • Study the derivation of first and second cosmic velocities in orbital mechanics
  • Explore the effects of Earth's gravity on satellite motion and orbital decay
  • Learn about the applications of geostationary satellites in telecommunications and weather monitoring
USEFUL FOR

Students of physics and mathematics, aerospace engineers, and anyone interested in satellite technology and orbital mechanics.

Friendlyplus
Messages
1
Reaction score
1
New poster has been reminded to show the Relevant Equations and their work on the solution
Homework Statement
Earth's satellite and its first space speed
Relevant Equations
I think Kepler's laws will be helpful
Hello All :)

I am a student of mathematics, but I have only one semester of physics in college. I can't solve one with homework. Will there be anyone wise who can solve this?

The task is as follows:


Calculate: at what height the artificial satellite must move (orbit height): geostationary

determine the first and second cosmic velocities
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Per forum rules, you must show some attempt.
Think about forces and acceleration of a body in orbit.
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
2K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
5
Views
3K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
5K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
4K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 39 ·
2
Replies
39
Views
4K
Replies
1
Views
4K