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Posted by Mat Kaplan on 2010/11/04 10:47 CDT
Discovery has suffered an electrical problem related to one of the main engines. Thanks to delays related to that, and to weather concerns, the launch was scrubbed until Friday at 3:04pm.
Discovery Launch at T-22 Hours: A Study in Contrasts and Enthusiasm
Posted by Mat Kaplan on 2010/11/02 07:51 CDT
Mat Kaplan is at the Kennedy Space Center, 22 hours before shuttle Discovery is due to launch. Parts of the KSC are old and uncared for, while others are at the bleeding edge of space-flight technology.
Space Shuttle: Not Designed by Hollywood
Posted by Mat Kaplan on 2010/11/02 01:42 CDT
A brief musing on the public opinion of the shuttle when it was first unveiled, and now, as it's about to be retired.
There is something about the space shuttle...
Posted by Mat Kaplan on 2010/11/01 06:48 CDT
Mat Kaplan relays his experiences and thoughts as he makes his way to the Kennedy Space Center to witness the launch of the shuttle Discovery.
Atlantis and Crew Return Safely to Earth after Rejuvenating Hubble
Posted by Ken Kremer on 2009/05/25 03:57 CDT
Space Shuttle Atlantis and her crew of 7 astronauts glided in to a smooth and triumphant touchdown today, Sunday, May 24.











