Posted on 11/10/2006 6:25:47 PM PST by Army Air Corps
SkyLab
America's First Space Station
Skylab is "cool" for a variety of reasons. First, it is a manned space exploration subject. Second, it was a spin-off of the Apollo Programme. Third, it is an example of how to make the most of what you have on hand. Also, Skylab is a story of determination and missed opportunities. In addition, there was a bit of hoopla surrounding Skylab. There were commemorative medallions, bottles, stamps, and other items. NASA intended for the Shuttle to operate with Skylab, but the Shuttle programme was about two years behind schedule. Congressional cuts deprived NASA of the funds to boost Skylab into a higher orbit and replace failing gyroscopes - the station was allowed to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere on 11 July 1979.
Skylab Launch: 14 May 1973. Severe damage was sustained during launch, including the loss of the station's micrometeoroid shield/sun shade and one of its main solar panels. Debris from the lost micrometeoroid shield further complicated matters by pinning the remaining solar panel to the side of the station, preventing its deployment and thus leaving the station with a huge power deficit.
Skylab I: 25 May 1973. Pete Conrad, Paul Weitz, and Joseph Kerwin. The station underwent extensive repair during a spacewalk by the first crew. Lasted 28.03 days.
Skylab II: 28 July 1973. Alan Bean, Jack Lousma, and Owen Garriott. Lasted 59.46 days.
Skylab III: 16 November 1973. Gerald Carr, William Pogue, and Edward Gibson. Lasted 84.05 days.
The three Skylab Crews Skylab Hardware and Facilities
Skylab as it was configured in the launch shroud
A Christmas Tree made by the Skylab Crew
WHOO HOO!! Nerd Chicks Freepmail me! ;)
Do you have the ping list?
I used to have it, but have lost and am trying to get it from other Singles' List members.
I'll see if I can find it, hold on.
Remember to ping-a-ling...
Are the images appearing on your system? They appeared when I first posted, but became blank boxes when I refreshed the screen.
I lost the ping list, aarrrrrrrgggghhhh!
Thanks, you ARE and angel. The only list that I have is verrrrry old.
all of them except the last one. I can see it if i right click and choose "show image"
You're welcome. I went and searched for it till I found it.
There is another freepmail to you and thanks for the thread - sorry to chase you but others were worried.
Go Browns. :)
Heck, I was worried. I was rushing home to post the thread and keeping an eye on my car's clock...
Someone Ping Cheney for Snugs. :)
Evening
When I drive my car I watch a lot more than the clock, 'cause of how many problems the car causes me lol.
Are you a nerd?
It is an homemade Christmas tree that the crew of Skylab 3 made from bits of rubbish and spare parts.
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