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Rocket Science 101: Operating Principles
We covered the history of rocketry over the last 2000 years. By means of the Tsiolkovsky rocket equation we also…
July 27, 2021 · Boomi NathanAuthor: Boomi Nathan
J. BoomiNathan is a writer at SenseCentral who specializes in making tech easy to understand. He covers mobile apps, software, troubleshooting, and step-by-step tutorials designed for real people—not just experts. His articles blend clear explanations with practical tips so readers can solve problems faster and make smarter digital choices. He enjoys breaking down complicated tools into simple, usable steps.
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New approaches
After the demise of the Space Shuttle programme in 2011, the US’ capability of launching humans into space was heavily…
July 27, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The Space Race – to the moon and beyond
After WWII both the United States and the Soviet Union began heavily funding research into ICBMs, partly because…
July 27, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The Era of Modern Rocketry
Soon, new applications for rockets were being imagined. Jules Verne, always the visionary, put the dream of space…
July 27, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The scientific method meets rocketry
The scientific groundwork of rocketry was laid during the Enlightenment by none other than Sir Isaac Newton. His…
July 27, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The early beginnings
Drawing of a Chinese rocket and launching mechanism The wood pigeon and aeolipile do not resemble anything that…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The History of Rocket Science
Rocket technology has evolved for more than 2000 years. Today’s rockets are a product of a long tradition…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Airfield
The airfield is marked with a variety of signs delineating the taxiways, stoplines, holding areas, and the like.…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Runway Gradients
Longitudinal Gradient The desire at any airport site is to have the runways and taxiways as level as…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Runway Length
The length of the runway is determined by the aircraft, maximum takeoff weights, engine capabilities, landing and braking…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi Nathan