STS 126 (ULF2) Endeavour post launch mission.

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Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>In this articlehttp://www.cbsnews.com/network/news/space/current.htmlI read : /> During the first spacewalk Tuesday, Stefanyshyn-Piper lost a $100,000 tool bag /> overboard. Two of the crew's grease guns were lostYou said in a previous post there was no tools in the bag.&nbsp;My first question : was the lost bag (and stuff inside) really so expensive ?&nbsp;and second question: did the astronauts have enough remaining grease to clean the SARJ race ring and to lubricate both SARJ ring&nbsp; when it is cleaned and the ring of the other rotating joint (to prevent any issue).? <br />Posted by montmein69</DIV><br /><br />Yes I heard redundancy on the Bray. Also they talked about using the tile reoair gun as backup. If required. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[bobble_bob]

Seems its a faulty sensor and not a motor now. Nasa dont have much luck with sensors on the shuttle <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[aphh]

<p>The reporters are grilling the brunette lady in the post EVA briefing. Who is she, btw?</p><p>She seems very competent. And pretty hot also, which is simply a bonus.&nbsp;</p>

 

[bushuser]

<font size="3">Suppose we lost something critical outside the ISS-worth retrieving. How fast could the shuttle be undocked in an emergency for such a task?</font>

 

[aphh]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Suppose we lost something critical outside the ISS-worth retrieving. How fast could the shuttle be undocked in an emergency for such a task? <br /> Posted by bushuser</DIV></p><p>I don't think there's enough fuel for the reaction control system to undock, do maneuvering and then dock again. Perhaps somebody has better answer.&nbsp;</p>

 

[thor06]

<p>Well this mission has been great so far!&nbsp; I'm really hoping all this work on the SARJs pays off.&nbsp; </p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; My thoughts: &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Leave Heide alone.... she almost caught the darn thing.&nbsp; If losing a tool bag is the worst thing that happens, we are in good shape.&nbsp; I believe the act of trying to recover a lost item is too dangerous to bother attempting.&nbsp; Theoretically she could have pushed off and gone for it, but I'm sure they are trained to just let it go.</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; I agree the water recycling issues will be worked out, just a few kinks.</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Love the spider! and its lost buddy.&nbsp; This article had me laughing;</p><p>"Anxious to quash fears that the absent arachnid may be marauding around the space station, Nasa managers insisted that the second orb-weaver was not exactly lost, it just couldn&rsquo;t be found."</p><p>"But the lead spider is so confused by the zero-gravity conditions that it has filled its tank with a tangle of silk to try to stop itself floating around and cure its space sickness, obscuring the search for the runaway."</p><p> "The runaway spider, which was meant to be the back-up should the chief spider be incapacitated for any reason..."</p><p style="font-weight:bold">&nbsp;lol chief spider...</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The views from the EVAs have been spectacular.&nbsp; Many sunrise/sunsets and Shane (I think) standing on the ISS working on the LEE, facing nader....wow!&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I have really enjoyed putting together the edited/time compressed videos, though the song "summertime" (wake up/EVA2) was a real beast.&nbsp; Everybody and there brother has done "summertime".&nbsp; I must have gone through 1500 versions before deciding on the songs to use.</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; All EVAs are now in "higher quality".&nbsp; It takes a lot more time, 270 MB vs. 26MB, but the results are worth it.&nbsp; The You-Tube vids are now almost as good as what I see(full res AVI).&nbsp; I hope others enjoy them, though I make the vids for my own pleasure, and for the archive I'm building.&nbsp; After each mission I combine everything(including off day highlights) into a "launch to landing" DVD. &nbsp; Though they will never be for sale, I might be persuaded to send out some free copies in the "downtime". </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I would still like someone to pass on a suggestion....SG ; At some interval could the spacewalkers take 10-20 seconds to just look around, take in a nice panorama, and give us mortals a chance to enjoy the moment.&nbsp; That little bit of time would not be missed, and it would add volumes to the "highlight reel".&nbsp; Just a thought....giving the public a few money shots, might go along way to getting more money/support.&nbsp; </p><p>P.S. my new desktop background:</p><p>Shuttle/Earth </p><p>An amazing photo....the blue of the Earth is just breathtaking </p><p>Cheers everyone.....looking forward to EVA 4 and a safe return for our heros.</p><p><img src="http://sitelife.space.com/ver1.0/content/scripts/tinymce/plugins/emotions/images/smiley-smile.gif" border="0" alt="Smile" title="Smile" /> </p><p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p> </p><p> <font color="#0000ff">                           www.watchnasatv.com</font></p><p>                          ONE PERCENT FOR NASA! </p> </div>

 

[bobble_bob]

<p>"Leave Heide alone.... she almost caught the darn thing"</p><p>&nbsp;I havent seen any conferences for a few days. Are the media trying to blame her for the loss of the bag?</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>"Leave Heide alone.... she almost caught the darn thing"&nbsp;I havent seen any conferences for a few days. Are the media trying to blame her for the loss of the bag? <br />Posted by bobble_bob</DIV><br /><br />No, not really. Some people are, of course. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p>Shuttle mission has been extended one day, as is usual.</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[bobble_bob]

Seems they're on the right lines with troubleshooting the UPA. Although it still shut down, it lasted longer (almost 3 hours) before doing so. The vibrations&nbsp;at the 2 hour mark were also less than previously seen <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[bobble_bob]

<p>Port SARJ showing signs of wear and tear, although not as bad as the starboard SARJ.</p><p>Abit worrying though</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[thor06]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Port SARJ showing signs of wear and tear, although not as bad as the starboard SARJ.Abit worrying though <br /> Posted by bobble_bob</DIV></p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp; The early morning SARJ auto track test went well, and the recycling system completed a full cycle.&nbsp; Good news on 2 fronts today! </p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p> </p><p> <font color="#0000ff">                           www.watchnasatv.com</font></p><p>                          ONE PERCENT FOR NASA! </p> </div>

 

[shuttle_guy]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Port SARJ showing signs of wear and tear,.............. Posted by bobble_bob</DIV></p><p>It is a mechanical joint that has been operating for years, wear is expected.&nbsp;</p><p><br /><br />&nbsp;</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[shuttle_guy]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>It is a mechanical joint that has been operating for years, wear is expected.&nbsp;&nbsp; <br />Posted by shuttle_guy</DIV></p><p>The weather prediction for Sunday is for rain and low clouds...but it is only Wednesday.....</p><p>I am off to Edwards AFB Friday as planned for a contingency landing there.<br /></p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[shuttle_guy]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>The weather prediction for Sunday is for rain and low clouds...but it is only Wednesday.....I am off to Edwards AFB Friday as planned for a contingency landing there. <br />Posted by shuttle_guy</DIV></p><p>http://www.n2yo.com/?s=33442</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p><span class="bold">STS-126 MCC Status Report #23 </span></p><p>The mission extension day has paid off for the on-orbit crews as well as the ground teams today. Not only is the crew ahead of schedule with transfer activity, but their hard work on a tricky water recycling unit and the massive solar array joint are showing signs of improvement. <br /><br />The Urine Processor Assembly (UPA) ran three successful cycles since modifications Sunday and Monday. Based on that success, program managers decided they will leave the distillation assembly on orbit. They were able to get the samples processed through the UPA and Water Processing Assembly and dispensed through the Potable Water Dispenser (PWD). Those initial samples will be returned on Endeavour. Samples will continue to be collected during the next several months to ensure it is working properly before being used for crew consumption. <br /><br />The starboard Solar Alpha Rotary Joint is back in its abbreviated operations mode after completing two full test orbits tracking the sun earlier today. Preliminary data shows a reduction in SARJ operating current from .9 to as low as .17 amps, an indication that the SARJ is moving more freely than before. Engineers plan to continue monitoring the starboard SARJ&rsquo;s performance. They also saw a reduction in the port SARJ current use as well, due to the preventative lubrication. <br /><br />Final transfer and packing of the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Leonardo was the main activity of the day for Endeavour crew members Commander Chris Ferguson, Pilot Eric Boe and mission specialists Don Pettit, Steve Bowen, Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper, Shane Kimbrough and Greg Chamitoff, as well as Expedition 18 Commander Mike Fincke and station flight engineers Yury Lonchakov and Sandra Magnus. They also completed installation of the Harmony Common Berthing Mechanism controller, one of the final steps to close up the pressurized cargo carrier for its transfer back to Endeavour scheduled for Wednesday. </p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p>Really this is more of an ISS subject, but since this is the most active thread, thought I'd post it here for now.</p><p>I hear reports that there has been a problem with one of the antennas used for tracking as the vehicle approaches the station, so the Expedition crew has reviewed procedures for a less than optimum docking.</p><p><span class="bold">MEDIA ADVISORY : M08-239</span> </p><p><span class="bold">NASA TV to Broadcast Space Station Cargo Ship Arrival </span></p><p align="left">HOUSTON -- The residents of the International Space Station will receive a new shipment of fuel, food, supplies and holiday gifts on Sunday, Nov. 30. Docking of the cargo delivery spacecraft, known as ISS Progress 31, is set for 6:23 a.m. CST. NASA Television will begin coverage of the event at 5:45 a.m. <br /><br />The unpiloted Russian resupply craft is carrying more than two tons of supplies for the station's crew, Expedition 18 Commander Mike Fincke and Flight Engineers Yury Lonchakov and Sandy Magnus. The ISS Progress 31 launched at 6:38 a.m. Wednesday from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. <br /><br />NASA TV's broadcast will include commentary and available downlink television of the final hours of space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission. Endeavour is scheduled to land Sunday at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. <br /><br />For NASA TV downlink, schedules and streaming video information, visit: <br /></p><p align="center">http://www.nasa.gov/ntv </p><p><br />For more about the crew's activities and station sighting opportunities, visit: <br /></p><p align="center">http://www.nasa.gov/station</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[shuttle_guy]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>Really this is more of an ISS subject, but since this is the most active thread, thought I'd post it here for now.I hear reports that there has been a problem with one of the antennas used for tracking as the vehicle approaches the station, so the Expedition crew has reviewed procedures for a less than optimum docking.MEDIA ADVISORY : M08-239 NASA TV to Broadcast Space Station Cargo Ship Arrival HOUSTON -- The residents of the International Space Station will receive a new shipment of fuel, food, supplies and holiday gifts on Sunday, Nov. 30. Docking of the cargo delivery spacecraft, known as ISS Progress 31, is set for 6:23 a.m. CST. NASA Television will begin coverage of the event at 5:45 a.m. The unpiloted Russian resupply craft is carrying more than two tons of supplies for the station's crew, Expedition 18 Commander Mike Fincke and Flight Engineers Yury Lonchakov and Sandy Magnus. The ISS Progress 31 launched at 6:38 a.m. Wednesday from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. NASA TV's broadcast will include commentary and available downlink television of the final hours of space shuttle Endeavour's STS-126 mission. Endeavour is scheduled to land Sunday at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. For NASA TV downlink, schedules and streaming video information, visit: http://www.nasa.gov/ntv For more about the crew's activities and station sighting opportunities, visit: http://www.nasa.gov/station <br />Posted by MeteorWayne</DIV></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The ant. has now&nbsp;been deployed so the docking will be a nominal auto docking. (Thus the Russian CDR will not get extra pay for bringing the Progress in manually)</p><p>http://spaceflightnow.com/</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[shuttle_guy]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>&nbsp;The ant. has now&nbsp;been deployed so the docking will be a nominal auto docking. (Thus the Russian CDR will not get extra pay for bringing the Progress in manually) <br />Posted by shuttle_guy</DIV></p><p>I have not heard&nbsp;how the Russians were able to get the ant. deployed, perhaps they just kept it in the sun light as much as they could.<br /></p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[bobble_bob]

According to heavens above, i can see the toolbag that was lost from where i like. Now that would be cool to see <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>According to heavens above, i can see the toolbag that was lost from where i like. Now that would be cool to see <br />Posted by bobble_bob</DIV><br /><br />The third separation manueuver for the shuttle orbiter has been delayed to avoid coming too close to a piece of russian satellite debris. <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p>They have just waved off the first landing opportunity at KSC today due to crosswinds. Though they have not officially waved off the 2nd KSC chance for today, the weather outlook is grim.</p><p>And tomorrow's&nbsp;is only a little better, still pretty windy:</p><p><strong>Today: </strong>Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 1pm. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Windy, with a southwest wind between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Monday: </strong>Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. West wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.<br /></p><p>I have a gut feeling they will land at Edwards tdoay. Get out that catchers mitt shuttle_guy!</p><p>They could decide to wait to see if the KSC conditions turn out OK tomorrow, though.</p><p>First Landing opportunity at Edwards (Orbit 250)&nbsp; is for a landing at 4:25 EST, 1:25 PM PST, 2125 UT/GMT; deorbit burn is 65 minutes earlier.</p><p>The second chance is on orbit 251 with landing 6:01 EST.</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p>As expected the 2nd KSC attempt was waved off.</p><p>They will evaluate tomorrow's KSC forecast; if it still lloks bad for tomorrow, they will most likely go for Edwards today.</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p><BR/>Replying to:<BR/><DIV CLASS='Discussion_PostQuote'>As expected the 2nd KSC attempt was waved off.They will evaluate tomorrow's KSC forecast; if it still lloks bad for tomorrow, they will most likely go for Edwards today. <br />Posted by MeteorWayne</DIV><br /><br />With weather looking iffy/bad for KSC tomorrow, they have decided to go for the first landing opportunity at Edwards today.</p><p>Deorbit burn scheduled for 2:19:23.50 CST (3:19 EST, 20:19 UTC/GMT) with landing about 65 minutes later.</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>

 

[MeteorWayne]

<p>Go for deorbit burn...</p> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <p><font color="#000080"><em><font color="#000000">But the Krell forgot one thing John. Monsters. Monsters from the Id.</font></em> </font></p><p><font color="#000080">I really, really, really, really miss the "first unread post" function</font><font color="#000080"> </font></p> </div>