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If a space station is traveling in space at a speed of 5230 m/s, and launches a satellite, would the initial speed of the satellite be 0 m/s or 5230 m/s?
The initial speed of a satellite is the velocity at which the satellite is launched into orbit around a larger body, such as a planet or moon.
The initial speed of a satellite is determined by the mass of the larger body it is orbiting, as well as the distance between the satellite and the center of the larger body's mass.
Yes, the initial speed of a satellite can be changed after launch through various methods such as thrusters or gravitational assists from other bodies.
The initial speed of a satellite is directly related to its orbital altitude. The higher the altitude, the lower the initial speed required for the satellite to maintain its orbit.
The initial speed of a satellite is one of the factors that determines its orbital period. A higher initial speed results in a larger orbit and longer orbital period, while a lower initial speed results in a smaller orbit and shorter orbital period.