Ariane 5 ES-L528 - ATV cargo (Jules Verne) -

bobble_bob · Mar 8, 2008

Nasatv are also covering the launch, incase people would prefer their commentary of the event <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

MeteorWayne · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Nasatv are also covering the launch, incase people would prefer their commentary of the event Posted by bobble_bob</DIV>NASA TV coverage starts at 10:15 PM EST (0315 UT) <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id. I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function </div>

newsartist · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>NASA TV coverage starts at 10:15 PM EST (0315 UT) Posted by meteorwayne</DIV>This comes real close to the change to Daylight Savings Time in the US...Heads-up that you don't get caught out by this if a family member changes your clocks early! <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

newsartist · Mar 8, 2008

They still seem to be pressing on for a launch tonight.Please post updates and mission milestones here? (Some of us have an early day tomorrow, and can't stay up.) <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

bobw · Mar 8, 2008

Raindrops keep fallin' on the lens.... But they are good to go unless it lightnings.  Anybody know the weight of paint on that thing?  Very pretty rocket!  Liftoff in about half an hour. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

bobw · Mar 8, 2008

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/7278414.stm The ship's own computers will be in charge as an advanced form of GPS and, in the latter stages, optical sensors guide it into position on the end of the Russian Zvezda module. Mission controllers in Toulouse, France, will keep a watching brief but will not intervene unless they see a problem arising. Likewise, on the station itself, the astronauts will view the approach but will have no role other than in an emergency. If they do sense danger they can order the ATV to reverse by pushing a large red button on a panel positioned in the Zvezda module. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Live coverage has started! This is the first time I have tried to do this....Jon <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Updates from Spaceflightnow.com.0343 GMT (10:43 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-20 minutes. This will be the 181st launch of Europe's Ariane rocket family dating back to Christmas Eve of 1979, the 37th for the heavy-lift Ariane 5 vehicle and the first this year. The Ariane 5 rocket has 32 successful missions to its credit, including the last 22 consecutive flights since 2002. If all goes well tonight, this would mark the rocket's 33rd success and 23rd in a row. 0337 GMT (10:37 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-26 minutes. "It's raining, but it is not serious," an ESA spokesperson just reported. Andrew Brown. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

A beautiful rocket in the night.T-14.33 All seems to be going well <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

bobw · Mar 8, 2008

Hi Jon, AndrewI'll just watch and let you guys post updates because between RealPlayer and the forum, my comments are about a minute late!10 minutes to go  <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>A beautiful rocket in the night.T-14.33 All seems to be going well Posted by jonclarke</DIV>It is indeed jon. The countdown is very smooth.Updates from Spaceflightnow.com.0353 GMT (10:53 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-10 minutes. Tonight's launch opportunity is just an instant in time. Unlike most Ariane launches that feature launch windows that can extend as much as a couple hours, this ATV mission has just one second for the rocket to blast off. The precise launch time is 0403:04 GMT. 0348 GMT (10:48 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-15 minutes. All systems remain "go" for liftoff, says the status board in the Jupiter Control Center. Andrew Brown. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Still looking good.  The mood and expressions in the MCT seem bouyant <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Something about topping up of LOXJust about to enter final automated phse of countdown  <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Still looking good.  The mood and expressions in the MCT seem bouyant Posted by jonclarke</DIV>The MCT do seem very bouyant.Updates from Spaceflightnow.com.0358 GMT (10:58 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-5 minutes and counting. Status panels in the control center remain green, indicating all systems are "go" for liftoff tonight. 0357 GMT (10:57 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-6 minutes and counting. Liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen supplies of the main cryogenic stage are being verified at flight level. Also, the pyrotechnic line safety barriers are being armed. 0356 GMT (10:56 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-7 minutes and counting. The Synchronized Sequence has started. Computers are now in control of this automated final phase of the launch countdown to prepare the rocket and ground systems for liftoff. There are three computers running the countdown -- one aboard the Ariane 5 and two redundant computers at the launch complex. Andrew Brown. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Still light spots of rain on the camera.I wonder how long after lift off we will be able to see it before it disppears into cloud?  <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Weather confirmed as low cloud. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Still light spots of rain on the camera.I wonder how long after lift off we will be able to see it before it disppears into cloud?  Posted by jonclarke</DIV>Hi jon, I expects seconds only.Updates from Spaceflightnow.com.0402 GMT (11:02 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-40 seconds. Ariane 5 is running on internal power. 0402 GMT (11:02 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-1 minute. A fast-paced series of events leading to launch will begin at Minus-37 seconds when the automated ignition sequence is started. The water suppression system at the launch pad will start at Minus-30 seconds. At Minus-22 seconds, overall control will be given to the onboard computer. The Vulcain main engine will be readied for ignition with hydrogen chilldown starting at Minus-18 seconds. The residual hydrogen burn flares will fire beneath the Vulcain engine at Minus-6 seconds to burn away any free hydrogen gas. At Minus-3 seconds, onboard systems take over and the two inertial guidance systems go to flight mode. Vulcain main engine ignition occurs at Minus-0 seconds with checkout between Plus+4 and 7 seconds. If there are no problems found, the solid rocket boosters are ignited at Plus+7.0 seconds for liftoff at Plus+7.3 seconds. 0401 GMT (11:01 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-2 minutes. The Vulcain main engine supply valves are being opened. Also, the ground valves for engine chilldown are being closed. 0400 GMT (11:00 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-3 minutes. The scheduled launch time has been loaded into the rocket's main computer system. And the main stage tank pressures should now be at flight level. 0359 GMT (10:59 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Minus-4 minutes. Pressurization is now underway for the main cryogenic stage's liquid oxygen and hydrogen tanks. Also, final pyrotechnic arming is starting. Andrew Brown. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Some nice shots of Ariane being moved into position on Friday.Comment that there is a 7 second gat between ignition at zero and then lift offJon <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

What a roar! Jon <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Updates from Spaceflightnow.com. 0404 GMT (11:04 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+1 minute, 30 seconds. About one minute left in the burn by the solid rocket boosters. The boosters are providing 90 percent of the liftoff thrust. 0404 GMT (11:04 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+1 minute, 20 seconds. Altitude is 19 km, velocity is 0.7 km/sec. 0404 GMT (11:04 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+60 seconds. The Ariane 5 has roared away from the South American jungle launch site in Kourou, French Guiana. The combined power generated by the twin solid rocket boosters and liquid-fueled main stage engine are propelling this heaviest-ever Ariane payload into the overcast nighttime sky. The rocket has gone transsonic and is nearing the region of maximum aerodynamic pressure. 0403 GMT (11:03 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+40 seconds. The launcher has completed its pitch and roll maneuvers to align with the northeastward trajectory to reach the International Space Station's orbit. 0403 GMT (11:03 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> LIFTOFF! Liftoff of the Ariane 5 rocket with Jules Verne, Europe's first Automated Transfer Vehicle to supply the International Space Station! Andrew Brown. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Everything on track  <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

bobw · Mar 8, 2008

Disappeared into the clouds after about 15 seconds. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

JonClarke · Mar 8, 2008

Solid booster separation confirmed <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Whether we become a multi-planet species with unlimited horizons, or are forever confined to Earth will be decided in the twenty-first century amid the vast plains, rugged canyons and lofty mountains of Mars Arthur Clarke </div>

moonmadness · Mar 8, 2008

NICE!

<div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> I'm not a rocket scientist, but I do play one on the TV in my mind. </div>

3488 · Mar 8, 2008

Replying to: <DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Disappeared into the clouds after about 15 seconds. Posted by bobw</DIV>I thought it might be just seconds.Updates from Spaceflight.com.0408 GMT (11:08 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+5 minutes. Altitude is 134 km, velocity is 3.19 km/sec. 0407 GMT (11:07 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+4 minutes, 15 seconds. No problems have been reported in the Ariane's initial ascent tonight. Altitude is 124 km, velocity is 2.7 km/sec. 0406 GMT (11:06 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+3 minutes, 33 seconds. The protective payload fairing enclosing the ATV spacecraft has been separated from the Ariane 5. 0405 GMT (11:05 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+2 minutes, 45 seconds. Altitude is 81 km, velocity is 2.1 km/sec. 0405 GMT (11:05 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+2 minutes, 28 seconds. The solid rocket boosters have been jettisoned from the Ariane 5 rocket's core stage. The liquid-fueled Vulcain main engine continues to fire to propel the vehicle and its satellite payload to space. 0405 GMT (11:05 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+2 minutes. Altitude is 46 km, velocity is 1.9 km/sec. 0404 GMT (11:04 p.m. EST Sat.) <img src="http://spaceflightnow.com/images/grafix/greypixel.gif" alt="" vspace="4" width="100%" height="1" /> Plus+1 minute, 30 seconds. About one minute left in the burn by the solid rocket boosters. The boosters are providing 90 percent of the liftoff thrust. Andrew Brown.  <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "I suddenly noticed an anomaly to the left of Io, just off the rim of that world. It was extremely large with respect to the overall size of Io and crescent shaped. It seemed unbelievable that something that big had not been visible before". Linda Morabito on discovering that the Jupiter moon Io was volcanically active. Friday 9th March 1979.http://www.launchphotography.com/ http://anthmartian.googlepages.com/thisislandearthhttp://web.me.com/meridianijournal </div>

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