Apogee (rocket)

An apogee in rocketry refers to the highest point in a rocket's trajectory during flight. After launch, the rocket accelerates upward, reaches its peak altitude (apogee), and then begins descending back to Earth. Understanding the apogee helps engineers determine the maximum altitude achieved, which is crucial for mission planning, data collection, or reaching space. The apogee depends on factors such as the rocket’s initial speed, power, and flight angle. It is a key measurement in predicting and analyzing rocket performance during suborbital or orbital flights.