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To: TheDon
So you are saying that all future launches should go to the ISS for inspection prior to re-entry until a new design that does not have these weaknesses can be developed.....................................

I agree that this would mitigate the tile damage on launch problem, but so would changing the tank coating or perhaps building the insulation into the tank like a thermos bottle.

363 posted on 02/03/2003 9:39:39 PM PST by Cold Heat
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To: wirestripper
Only if they suspect a problem. Or perhaps a spacewalk to specifically give the tiles a visual check before de-orbiting for a landing.
364 posted on 02/03/2003 9:42:40 PM PST by TheDon
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