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Jim · 2005-08-09, 07:10 AM

Here is what I don't get. During reentry it gets really hot from friction going so fast (17,000 MPH). So, why can't they take it slow? There must be some reason but I just can't figure it out.

2005-08-09, 07:10 AM	#1
Jim Banned Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mohawk, New York Posts: 19,477	Shuttle Landing Here is what I don't get. During reentry it gets really hot from friction going so fast (17,000 MPH). So, why can't they take it slow? There must be some reason but I just can't figure it out.