National 5: Physics: how to we combat the challenge of manoeuvring a spacecraft in a zero friction environment

Question

how to we combat the challenge of manoeuvring a spacecraft in a zero friction environment

Marilyn Bob-Manuel 3ekt · Accepted Answer

Using a thruster (spacecraft propulsion device)

A thruster is fired and the ship will accelerate forward. When it stops firing the ship will continue at a constant velocity.

To stop the vehicle a thruster is fired in the opposite direction

How to we combat the challenge of manoeuvring a spacecraft in a zero friction environment