Space technology

“Space technology” is a captivating topic for ESL learners, like yourself, due to its blend of scientific discovery, technological innovation, and global collaboration. From discussing the history of space exploration to imagining future missions, you can practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in a context that sparks curiosity and promotes critical thinking. Today’s vocabulary words will allow you to participate in deeper, more thought-provoking conversations on “space technology”. Let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about Space technology.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Satellite

📚 DEFINITION

A human-made object that orbits the Earth or another celestial body.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Communication satellites allow us to send signals across the globe.

2. The Earth observation satellite provides critical data for climate research.

3. Some satellites are designed to monitor space weather and solar flares.

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2. Payload

📚 DEFINITION

The part of a spacecraft or rocket designed to carry a specific mission or cargo, such as instruments, satellites, or crew.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The rocket’s payload consisted of a communications satellite.

2. After the launch, the payload deployed its solar panels to power its systems.

3. Scientists are studying how the spacecraft's payload will interact with the surface of the Moon.

3. Astrodynamics

📚 DEFINITION

The act of taking money out of a bank account.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Astrodynamics is crucial for planning interplanetary missions.

2. Advances in astrodynamics have made it easier to calculate the most efficient paths for space exploration.

3. The engineers used astrodynamics models to ensure the satellite reached its correct orbit.

4. Exoplanet

📚 DEFINITION

A planet that orbits a star outside of our solar system.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Astronomers have discovered thousands of exoplanets in the last decade.

2. Some exoplanets may be in the "habitable zone" where life could exist.

3. The James Webb Space Telescope is designed to study the atmospheres of exoplanets.

5. Docking

📚 DEFINITION

(Noun) The act of connecting two spacecraft or a spacecraft and a space station. (Verb) To bring two spacecraft together for connection.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The International Space Station regularly conducts docking procedures with cargo ships.

2. The astronauts successfully docked their spacecraft with the space station after a long journey.

3. During docking, the spacecraft align their ports and lock into place to exchange supplies.

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