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Alper Gezeravcı responds questions that Türkiye was curious about

The first Turkish astronaut, Alper Gezeravcı, responded to questions related to space from his social media account while aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Gezeravcı answered questions about how basic needs are met in space and provided information about the station.

Agencies and A News / Turkey
Published 21.01.2024 22:38
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Q: Does the capsule land randomly upon return? Gezeravcı: No, due to the ISS's speed of 28,000 kilometers per hour, the return trajectory starts with a motion resembling a projectile motion in physics. After entering the atmosphere, the return path, which will turn into a vertical motion with two parachutes opening, is calculated. The descent point is determined in advance and planned. During the descent, the recovery team is ready to meet the capsule at the designated point on the water. You can check out the return video of Axiom 1 on my page if you're interested.
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