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Originally Posted by strongmanmike
Actually surprised the tests are conducted with the rocket vertical!? 
Mike |
Yo Mike,, yeah, need do more engine tests while on Ground Zero = Lauch mount, few reasons, check fuel lines, spin prime tests, complicated ignition sequences, Stress test, list goes on,,
Also the Clamp Down mechanisms need to hold rocket booster with all engines firing because they start unevenly and rocket needs sit true vertical during Power-Up and at full power, then they Release the behemoth with out risk of the thing going Skewiffy,,
Lastly the Star Ship Booster is all New, never-done-before, soo, lots of testing,, Safety,,
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On a Side Note: SLS Launch approx 5;30pm AEST Thursday (Tomoz) 
Countdown here ---
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk_-PKs0b2w
