Is it me or have they been drawn with their observational equipment not shown as they are facing away from the observer?
Quote from: Star One on 01/04/2016 08:29 pmIs it me or have they been drawn with their observational equipment not shown as they are facing away from the observer?It seems so.
Here are some more photos of the ASDS I took today. Drone, Panorama, and some shots from the Exploration Tower. Full Album:(Also caught a delta stage rolling up to the base)http://imgur.com/a/SHt5g
Delta IV delivery for this launch? See the Delta Mariner images in the imgur album linked below.From SpaceX's Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship Discussion Thread 3Quote from: Craig_VG on 03/10/2016 07:55 pmHere are some more photos of the ASDS I took today. Drone, Panorama, and some shots from the Exploration Tower. Full Album:(Also caught a delta stage rolling up to the base)http://imgur.com/a/SHt5g
I wonder if there is any possibility that this is carrying a so far undisclosed third payload like the original GSSAP launch?
The GSSAP twins, built by Orbital Sciences Corp., will support U.S. Strategic Command space surveillance operations as a dedicated Space Surveillance Network (SSN) sensor, as well as providing assistance for the Joint Functional Component Command for Space (JFCC-Space) in its task of more accurately tracking and characterizing man-made objects in orbit. When operational, the highly maneuverable satellites will “drift” above and below the geosynchronous Earth orbit “belt” and will employ advanced electro-optical sensors to observe other objects in space. This data is expected to enhance the Air Force’s knowledge of the geosynchronous environment and enable the development of new safety systems, including collision-avoidance mechanisms. The GSSAP satellites will communicate through worldwide Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN) ground stations and from thence to Schriever Air Force Base, near Colorado Springs, Colo.