Explore the speed comparison between rockets and fighter jets to uncover which is faster and why.
Learn about escape velocity and the speed needed to overcome Earth's gravity—11.2 km/s (25,000 mph).
Discover how atomic clocks work in space and their crucial role in GPS navigation systems.
Discover the fate of rockets in space when they run out of fuel and learn about trajectories and orbital mechanics.
Discover the Kármán line at 100 km altitude, marking the boundary between Earth's atmosphere and outer space.
Discover the exhilarating sensations of a rocket launch and what it feels like to be near the incredible power of space travel.
Learn how and when satellites fall back to Earth due to gravity and atmospheric drag.
Discover how Europe defines astronauts and the terms used globally in space exploration.
Discover how astronauts stay comfortable in space with Maximum Absorbency Garments (MAGs). Learn all about space diapers!