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Which physical parameters do aerospace engineers consider when designing a vehicle for atmospheric reentry?
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Is it really important for an airplane to be lightweight?
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Why don’t most airplanes have skin of steel?
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Why isn’t aluminum used for the skin of fast-moving aircraft or spacecraft?
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How big is the International Space Station?
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