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Context I have recently been looking for material to deepen my understanding of engineering beyond the school curriculum. I came across the Cambridge Engineering recommended reading list and decided to purchase several of the suggested books, alongside others that I already knew would be valuable for my intended field. My aim is not to read these passively, but to engage with them critically and connect the ideas to what I am learning in mathematics, physics, and my own projects. ...

Higher orbits have lower orbital speeds because gravity is weaker and the required centripetal acceleration is lower. Orbits also take longer because the path is bigger.