In order to arrive from the Earth to the target planet for example Venus, which of these arrival orbits it used?

A)
Hyperbolic
B)
Circular
C)
Elliptical
D)
Parabolic

Correct Answer :   Hyperbolic


Explanation : The arrival trajectory inside the target planet’s sphere of influence is done using a hyperbolic orbit which is analyzed in inertial planet-centered frame. As soon as the spacecraft enters the target planet’s sphere of influence, the sun’s gravity is turned off and planet’s gravity is turned on.