The universal gravitational constant is
116.67 10 - Nm2/kg2. For a planet of mass
236.4169 10
kg and radius 3390 km, the escape velocity is _____ km/s.
(round off to one decimal place).
Q. 63 A satellite is in a circular orbit around Earth with a time period of 90 minutes. The
radius of Earth is 6370 km, mass of Earth is
245.98 10 kg and the universal
gravitational constant is
116.67 10 - Nm2/kg2. The altitude of the satellite above
mean sea level is ____ km. (round off to the nearest integer)
Official Answer Key:
0.0
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2023 Q.62)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Space Dynamics** under *Flight Mechanics & Space Dynamics* (2 Marks, NAT).
**2. Analytical Calculation**:
- Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Space Dynamics equation.
**3. Final Answer**:
Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.
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