STS-115 Status - Part II

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

<blockquote>In reply to:<hr />How long can the SRB's float on the ocean surface? Could they sink before being retrieved?<hr /></blockquote> The SRB parachutes provide for a nozzle-first impact, causing air to be trapped in the empty (burned out) motor casing. This, in turn, causes the booster to float with the top end of the SRB's approximately 30 feet out of the water. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

Oh, no. A blob (technical term <img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" /> ) of clouds has developed in central FL to the west of KSC, moving ENE. No showers associated with it. With only a seven minute launch window, it could be a small problem at a bad time, althogh weather officer indicates it's thickness would not prevent launch. <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>

astrowikizhang · Sep 9, 2006

"OTC = Orbiter Test Conductor. " Thanks. T- 9minutes and holding now.

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

By the way, other than some very thin cirrus, these are the only clouds in the whole state of Florida. If anyone wants to see the site I use, let me know. <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>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

Looking really good for a launch today, it seems like only a technical issue will prohibit at this stage. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

astrowikizhang · Sep 9, 2006

And what is NTD,CTC, LPM, STE, LRD ... ? Where can I find info about all things like that?

flynn · Sep 9, 2006

Sitting comfortably, Keira put down for a nap, Nasa TV on the go, Arsenal losing. A flawless launch followed by Tottenham beating Man Utd later. This is going to be an excellent day. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "All God does is watch us and kill us when we get boring. We must never, ever be boring" - Chuck Palahniuk. </div>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

<blockquote>In reply to:<hr />Arsenal losing<hr /></blockquote> Stop trying to ruin my night! <img src="/images/icons/wink.gif" /> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

Note on clouds, they seem to be thinning nicely! <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>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

Final milestones from the count restart ... T-9 minutes and counting Start automatic ground launch sequencer Retract orbiter access arm (T-7 minutes, 30 seconds) Start auxiliary power units (T-5 minutes, 0 seconds) Arm solid rocket booster range safety safe and arm devices (T-5 minutes, 0 seconds) Start orbiter aerosurface profile test, followed by main engine gimbal profile test (T-3 minutes, 55 seconds) Retract gaseous oxygen vent arm, or "beanie cap" (T-2 minutes, 55 seconds) Crew members close and lock their visors (T-2 minutes, 0 seconds) Orbiter transfers from ground to internal power (T-50 seconds) Ground launch sequencer is go for auto sequence start (T-31 seconds) Activate launch pad sound suppression system (T-16 seconds) Activate main engine hydrogen burnoff system (T-10 seconds) Main engine start (T-6.6 seconds) T-0 Solid rocket booster ignition and liftoff! <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

tplank · Sep 9, 2006

Uh-Oh...I just saw a big bird fly over the shuttle on NASA TV. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> The Disenfranchised Curmudgeonhttp://tonyplank.blogspot.com/ </div>

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

Thanks for posting this. One less window I need to keep open <img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" /> <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>

astrowikizhang · Sep 9, 2006

viewed several large birds, maybe vultures, fly by on NASA TV

tplank · Sep 9, 2006

Wow...thanks for that Kiwi. I did not realize the Main Engine Start was quite that early. Seems quicker than that when I'm watching. I'll pay better attention this time. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> The Disenfranchised Curmudgeonhttp://tonyplank.blogspot.com/ </div>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

Just loading the VCR now. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

nyarlathotep · Sep 9, 2006

>"Wow...thanks for that Kiwi. I did not realize the Main Engine Start was quite that early. " They want to make sure they're working before lighting those big candles.

earth_bound_misfit · Sep 9, 2006

I've flicked on sky news, hopefully they will cover it live. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wanna see this site looking like the old SDC uplink?Go here to see how: SDC Eye saver </div>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

Main Engine Start also causes the stack to bend or "twang" out of vertical. It takes 6.6 seconds for this correct back to straight up and down. This is why the SSME's start 6.6 seconds ahead of T-0. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

weather officer : "No constraints for launch" <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>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

Well, this looks like it! Please stow your trays and return your seats to the upright position. Light 'em up and let's see that rocket's red glare ... Godspeed Atlantis and the STS-115 crew! <img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" /> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

MeteorWayne · Sep 9, 2006

NINE MINUTES and COUNTING...... <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>

flynn · Sep 9, 2006

Whats that T-15 Load VHS Recorder T-12 Start recording heads and tape drive T-10 Arsenal 0 - 2 Middlesborough T-5 ... <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> "All God does is watch us and kill us when we get boring. We must never, ever be boring" - Chuck Palahniuk. </div>

earth_bound_misfit · Sep 9, 2006

Cleared to launch! We're off boys! <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> ----------------------------------------------------------------- Wanna see this site looking like the old SDC uplink?Go here to see how: SDC Eye saver </div>

SpaceKiwi · Sep 9, 2006

You'll keep! <img src="/images/icons/wink.gif" /> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> Who is this superhero? Henry, the mild-mannered janitor ... could be!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bring Back The Black! </div>

tronchaser · Sep 9, 2006

CTC: Chief Test Conductor LPM:Lines per Minute NTD:NASA Test Director STE : System Test Engineer You can go to link below and view some of the acronym at KSC. http://www.ksc.nasa.gov/inforcenter/acronym.htm

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