2006-11-02 17:51:56 · 9 answers · asked by lily 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
Well, it depends how good your eyesight is, but if you have perfect vision, yes it is very possible to see sunlight reflecting off a satellite or space station with the naked eye. It is not possible to see the light being generated within the space station, only the reflection of the sun from it. That's why the best time to look for satellites and space stations is just after sunset or just before sunrise, otherwise they are in the earth's shadow for the remainder of the night.
2006-11-02 17:57:44 · answer #1 · answered by Mez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you should. But, all it will be is a spek of light. When the Russians put Sputnik in space you could see it and it is smaller than the space station. When it is completed, it will be somewhat visible but not much. What you need, is to know where it will be at certain times. Go to the source website, and youll find out! If it doesnt work then go to NASA.gov, and search International Space Station, and you should be able to get there. Have Fun!
2006-11-03 02:01:43 · answer #2 · answered by free2stargate32 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can see sunlight reflecting off the Space Station, but you would never be able to see any details: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Space_Station
The Space Station is over 350 km away, 1 minute of arc is considered to be the limiting resolution of the eye. This makes the spatial resolution at 350 km to be about 100 meters.
2006-11-03 02:01:12 · answer #3 · answered by arbiter007 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the sight of your eye and the size of the space station. In my opinion, I think it is impossible for we could not even see what is beyond the clouds
2006-11-03 02:34:29 · answer #4 · answered by mm 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is definitely possible to see the international space station (ISS) with the naked eye, and it can be very bright. A good place to get information on when to observe the ISS, space shuttle, and other satellites, and where they will appear in the sky, is:
http://www.heavens-above.com/
Have fun
2006-11-03 02:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by amused_from_afar 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have seen it travelling overhead. It looks like a reasonably bright star, but moving relatively quickly. I was told that the sunlight reflecting off the solar panels was what made it visible. I had to be told where to look to see it, and I certainly couldn't make out any details.
2006-11-03 02:07:45 · answer #6 · answered by Tim N 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I actually saw it last saturday! It looks like a star and you can see it moving real fast. It also shines more than any other satellite at night. I saw it completely by chance, hope you can spot it too.
good luck
2006-11-03 02:09:27 · answer #7 · answered by juamps 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
possibly
2006-11-03 02:35:44 · answer #8 · answered by futureastronaut1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ONLY IF YOU HAS THE BIGGEST AND SHARPEST EYE EVER!!!
2006-11-04 07:21:10 · answer #9 · answered by dumb-sel in distress 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋