If you’ve ever watched a rocket launch, you’ve probably noticed the billowing clouds around the launch pad during lift-off. What you’re seeing is not actually the rocket’s exhaust but the Keep reading
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Capturing SLS
NASA’s recent full-scale ground test of their Space Launch System (SLS) rocket was notable for more than just the engine. It was an opportunity to use a new high dynamic Keep reading
Mach Diamonds
Joe asks: Why does this rocket have that repeating pattern in its exhaust? I’m amazed that it’s so stable for so far as distance from the nozzle. Excellent question! The Keep reading