Breaking: A new animation from YouTube channel Airplane mode is captivating viewers by realistically depicting what it would look like if the International Space Station (ISS) orbited just 10,000 feet above Earth, revealing its astounding speed.
typically, the international Space Station orbits at an altitude of roughly 250 miles (400 kilometers). This distance makes it appear as a faint, moving light in the night sky. The new animation dramatically lowers the ISS’s altitude,bringing it within the range of commercial airliners.
The simulation showcases the ISS’s velocity – approximately 17,500 miles per hour (28,000 kilometers per hour) – in a visually striking way. At 10,000 feet, the station would appear as a fleeting streak across the sky, barely perceptible to the naked eye in most frames of the animation.
The ISS completes one orbit around Earth in approximately 90 minutes. This means it circles the globe roughly 16 times a day. The animation effectively demonstrates how quickly the station would traverse the planet at such a low altitude.
The concept is surprisingly calming
Despite the implied speed and potential for disorientation, viewers are finding the animation surprisingly relaxing.The visual effect of the ISS streaking across the Earth has been described as mesmerizing.
Comments on the YouTube video reflect this sentiment. One user suggested a longer, three-hour version accompanied by ambient music, envisioning the ISS completing multiple orbits. Another playfully acknowledged the hypothetical bravery of astronauts flying at such a low altitude for the sake of the footage.
the animation was created by Airplane Mode,a YouTube channel known for its detailed and visually engaging aviation and space-related simulations. The channel, run by creator Ben, frequently uses software like Blender to create realistic visualizations.
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