Post by Chicago Astronomer - Astro Joe on Jul 29, 2005 3:51:05 GMT -6
Collage of images of the Foam Insulation Failure Damage
I think this is a cool shot of the nose of Discovery. The "Somersault" manuver was quite interesting to watch.
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Here the external tank shows where the large piece fell off.
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Dings were found on the EFT as well. But look at the pylons. I am facinated on how at this single point, that it carries the weight of the shuttle. I am curious about the hole tho...what prevents hot plasma from entering this orifice that the pylon connects to after it detaches?