SpaceX is dedicated to ensuring that astronauts can maintain communication during the critical re-entry phase, thus enhancing safety and reliability.
Spacecraft face communication issues when re-entering Earth's atmosphere due to the formation of a plasma sheath caused by friction and heat. This poses a challenge for maintaining communication during re-entry. However, SpaceX is exploring the potential for its Starlink satellites to address this problem.
SpaceX is preparing to test a system designed to address the issue of communication blackout during a spacecraft's re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere from orbit. When a spacecraft re-enters the atmosphere, the friction and heat generated ionize the air, creating a conductive plasma that interferes with radio frequency communication. This test aims to overcome this challenge and ensure uninterrupted communication during the critical re-entry phase.
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