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NASA continues SLS hydrogen leak tests
A NASA test to confirm repairs to seals in the Space Launch System’s liquid hydrogen fueling system was only partially successful because of problems with ground equipment. The post NASA continues SLS hydrogen leak tests appeared first on SpaceNews.
On February 12, NASA specialists conducted a retest of the fuel circuit of the Space Launch System (SLS) super-heavy rocket's core stage. During the test, the tank was partially filled with liquid hydrogen to assess the reliability of the new seals installed in the fuel feed unit. These components were considered the most likely source of the leaks detected on February 2 during a comprehensive prelaunch simulation. The post "SLS Refueling System…
NASA Artemis II launch in doubt? NASA detects reduced hydrogen flow in SLS test
New Delhi: NASA’s ambitious return to the Moon has hit another hurdle. During a key test for the Artemis II mission, engineers detected reduced hydrogen flow while attempting to partially fuel the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The issue surfaced after recently replaced seals were evaluated in the propellant loading system. The Artemis II mission is designed to send four astronauts around the Moon for the first time in more than five decades.…
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