Atmospheric drag

Atmospheric drag is a form of drag, which is the force that opposes an object moving through a liquid or gas.

Related Topics:
Drag - Force - Liquid - Gas

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In astrodynamics depending on the situation atmospheric drag can be regarded as inefficiency requiring expense of additional energy during launch of the space object or as a bonus simplifying return from orbit.

Related Topics:
Astrodynamics - Launch

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