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Space Exploration megathread

Since a number of cool things are happening in space exploration these days, we'll widen the scope of this thread a smidge. Conversation about all things space exploration are welcome, whether it be from NASA, SpaceX, ULA, Blue Origin, or anyone else. Chances are most of the discussion will still be about SpaceX since they love to make things public and fun, but nothing's off limits. I'll eventually get around to modifying the OP to include resources for other companies too, but in the meantime, feel free to post any cool stuff you run across.

Lists of Upcoming Missions



How to Watch a Live Launch


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Old 05-17-2017, 06:54 AM   #1021
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Agreed. Was disappointed they didn't show it. Also wanted to watch any fairing recovery attempts, but have not seen any update on that so not sure if there was one.
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Old 05-24-2017, 08:34 PM   #1022
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Getting closer....




I think that just leaves the other side booster to test. Current NET is August for Heavy.
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Old 05-25-2017, 07:17 AM   #1023
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Yeah, that's the second time they've tested that core with the booster nose cone in place. The first time was a couple months ago if I remember right. Curious as to why they are doing it again, after putting the main core on the stand and testing it. Still waiting for a static fire of the other booster. Wonder if the center core and second side booster will get tested twice.

Really can't wait for the full stack test fire at KSC! They better have some seriously awesome video of that!
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Old 05-25-2017, 08:16 AM   #1024
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I'm curious when they do those static fires if they have the booster anchored down enough to be able to hold down a full thrust, and if so, what sort of lockdown that takes to hold that mother down. Either that or the fire is a fraction of the full blown version?
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Old 05-25-2017, 08:53 AM   #1025
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I'm curious when they do those static fires if they have the booster anchored down enough to be able to hold down a full thrust, and if so, what sort of lockdown that takes to hold that mother down. Either that or the fire is a fraction of the full blown version?
/r/SpaceX has some great discussion on stuff like this. You'll find this very topic being talked about in the current top 2 threads. From this one...

https://www.reddit.com/r/spacex/comm...t_of_a_falcon/

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Yes, they do test at the full thrust of a launch. They use very strong clamps at the base of the rocket that hold on to the structure just above the engines. Here's what they look like.

https://imgur.com/r/spacex/dWRXLOV
https://i.imgur.com/dWRXLOV.gifv

For long duration tests at McGregor, they'll also put a heavy weight on top of the rocket, tied to the ground with long cables. As the fuel runs out on a long test, the rocket's thrust to weight ratio greatly increases, so extra hold down strength is needed.
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We're on for Thursday. They're really holding to this two week cadence lately. It's impressive if they can keep it up and not blow anything up.

This one will be a landing at LZ-1, so it'll come back to land after sending Dragon on its way to ISS.
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Old 06-01-2017, 07:02 AM   #1027
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Old 06-01-2017, 12:43 PM   #1028
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Launch day bump.

Alarm set. Woot... Thank you fine Sir..
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Old 06-02-2017, 06:44 AM   #1031
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Actually kind of glad. Wasn't able to watch yesterday, but tomorrow I can.
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Love that we're getting Stage 1 video the whole way down.
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Agreed. Looking forward to the Dragon solar array deploy as well.
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