Thread: Shuttle launch from another angle
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Old 08-10-2009, 07:53 PM
bloodhound31
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The twist is known as the roll-maneuver. It is part of the aerodynamics and balance of the shuttle. Sling-shotting using thrust in a curve is easier than going straight up in order to reach escape velocity and maintain it.

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