Put into orbit is a phrase used to describe the action of launching an object, typically a spacecraft, into a specific path or trajectory around a celestial body, such as the Earth. The process of putting an object into orbit involves employing various scientific principles and technologies to achieve a stable and controlled trajectory around the planet.
Typically, this is done through the use of rockets, which propel the object into space, and then adjustments are made to its trajectory through the controlled firing of thrusters. The objective is to achieve a velocity that allows the object to overcome the force of gravity and enter a circular or elliptical path around the celestial body.
Once an object is put into orbit, it experiences continuous freefall and remains in a state of perpetual motion, dynamically balanced between the gravitational pull of the celestial body and the centrifugal force created by its orbital speed. The specific altitude, speed, and shape of the orbit depend on the mission requirements and can vary greatly, from low Earth orbit to geostationary orbit.
Putting an object into orbit has numerous applications, such as satellite deployment for communication, weather monitoring, scientific research, or military purposes. It enables the object to stay in space for extended periods, allowing it to perform its designated functions without falling back to Earth.
