Launching Sounding Rockets
Q. Which of the following is/are true regarding Sounding Rockets?
1) Sounding rockets used by space agencies can be launched from aircraft carriers.
2) It is possible to launch several sounding rockets in a single day.- Published on 26 Sep 16a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
ANSWER: Both 1 and 2
- Scientists are able to accomplish their research at a specific time and place, because the sounding rockets can be launched from temporary sites all over the world, including aircraft carriers.
- It is possible to conduct coordinated campaigns by simultaneously launching sounding rockets from different locations. It is also possible to launch several sounding rockets in a single day.
- Scientific payloads are carried to altitudes from 30 miles to more than 800 miles. And although the overall time in space is short (typically 5 to 20 minutes), the experiment is perfectly positioned to carry out its mission successfully.
- This type of testing is unique because it's simple, cost-effective and time efficient.
