The area around the space shuttle Discovery’s external fuel tank is considered a hazardous environment, which requires special safety precautions including grounding and electromagnetic interference restrictions. Discovery’s external fuel tank has taken on a bit of a starring role for the STS-133 mission because of the extra work needed to handle the unexpected challenges presented by the tank’s stringers. Technicians have been working on the stringers, which developed small cracks during fueling for a Nov. 5 launch attempt, as the shuttle stands inside the Vehicle Assembly Building.Visit Red Orbit to learn more.
NASA Notes EMI Restrictions around Fueled Rocket
