Wednesday, July 15, 2026

SPM Physics-AHA! Sarawak’s CubeSat and Escape Velocity Explained


 Sarawak’s CubeSat project is Malaysia’s first state-level space initiative, aiming to launch a nanosatellite by 2030 for real-time Earth observation and data collection. When students watch its rocket launch, they wonder: “If it’s not moving at 11.2 km/s, how does it escape Earth’s gravity?” This comic reveals the truth: Escape velocity applies only to unpowered objects. A rocket with continuous thrust doesn’t need to “jump” out of Earth — it climbs out steadily. Join the AHA moment where physics meets Sarawak’s space dream, showing how science powers our future.

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