Posted: October 28, 2024 12:56 pm ET | Last Updated: October 28, 2024 1:07 pm ET | NASA has identified the root cause of the unexpected char loss on the Orion heat shield during the Artemis I uncrewed test flight in 2022. Testing is ongoing to determine a solution for the next mission, Artemis II, since that heat shield is already built and options are limited.
For anyone new to rocket launches, taking an interest because of #NASA #Artemis2 crewedπ§βπ launch to the #Moonπ...
Try as best you can to set expectations that rocketπ launches can be delayed. Weather, mechanical & electronics can cause delays or completely scrub (postpone) a launch. Launch procedures are for safety, not for spectators. When it flies, we want the mission achieved safely. If you hadn't thought of it, any delay becomes a huge disappointment. Patience. #SLS #Orion #space #rocketry