A debris/ice/TPS assessment and integrated photographic analysis was conducted for Shuttle Mission STS-47. Debris inspections of the flight elements and launch pad were performed before and after launch. Ice/frost conditions on the External Tank were assessed by the use of computer programs, nomographs, and infrared scanner data during cryogenic loading of the vehicle followed by on-pad visual inspection. High speed photography was analyzed after launch to identify ice/debris sources and evaluate potential vehicle damage and/or in-flight anomalies. This report documents the debris/ice/TPS conditions and integrated photographic analysis of Shuttle Mission STS-47, and the resulting effect on the Space Shuttle Program.


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    Title :

    Debris/Ice/TPS Assessment and Integrated Photographic Analysis for Shuttle Mission STS-47


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1992


    Size :

    140 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English