Jorge - 21/9/2006 7:07 PMThe hybrid probe & drogue hatch (of which Zvezda zenith is the only open port) is 1100 mm, or about 43.3".-- JRF
Spiff - 26/9/2006 3:41 PMQuoteJorge - 21/9/2006 7:07 PMThe hybrid probe & drogue hatch (of which Zvezda zenith is the only open port) is 1100 mm, or about 43.3".-- JRFI didn't know this existed. In which way is it 'hybrid?' is it meant for new kinds of russian vehicles/modules? Or something else?
Spiff - 26/9/2006 3:57 PMCan it only be used with a probe & drogue? Or also with an active APAS on the other side?After all APAS implies that it's Androgynous, and that 1 active side can dock with a passive side.
nethegauner - 11/10/2006 1:59 AMI have a feeling, STS-119 will be dropped from the manifest for good with S6 remaining on the ground. Of course, I do not have an insider's knowledge -- it's just a gut feeling.
dutch courage - 11/10/2006 11:02 AMA shuttle not launched is a billion dollars saved.