A Debris/Ice/TPS (thermal protection system) assessment and photographic analysis was conducted for Space Shuttle Mission STS-39. 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 of launch was analyzed to identify ice/debris anomalies. The debris/ice/TPS conditions and photographic analysis of Mission STS-39, and their overall effect on the Space Shuttle Program are documented.


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    Title :

    Debris/Ice/TPS Assessment and Photographic Analysis for Shuttle Mission STS-39


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1991


    Size :

    158 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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