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    STS-120 Discovery - Node 2 "Harmony"


    Space Shuttle Atlantis will deliver the U.S. Harmony module, and will
    reconfigure part of the station to prepare for future assembly missions.



    STS-120

    STS-120 (englisch Space Transportation System)
    ist eine Missionsbezeichnung für den US-amerikanischen Space Shuttle
    Atlantis (OV-104) der NASA.

    Der Start ist momentan für den 26. August 2007 von der Startrampe 39A
    vorgesehen.

    STS-120 Mission Patch

    The STS-120 crew, led by commander Pam Melroy, will wear a black,
    blue and gold mission patch that features their primary payload and that
    appears to draw from the Astronaut Office symbol for its design. The
    circular badge is ringed by the seven names of the crew, including an
    Italian flag next to European Space Agency astronaut Paolo Nespoli's
    name. The insignia displays a shuttle orbiter with the embedded outline of
    the Node 2 multi-port module. The constellation Orion appears to be rising
    over Earth's horizon, below the Moon and Mars. A sunburst balances the
    patch, opposite the planets. A stylized vector gold completes the insignia.



    STS-120 Overview

    STS-120 is the 23rd shuttle mission to the International Space Station, and
    will launch an Italian-built U.S. multi-port module for the station.

    Air Force Col. Pamela A. Melroy will command the STS-120 mission to
    take the Node 2 connecting module to the station. Melroy, a veteran
    shuttle pilot, is the second woman to command a shuttle. Marine Corps
    Col. George D. Zamka will serve as pilot. The flight's mission specialists
    will be Scott E. Parazynski, Army Col. Douglas H. Wheelock, Stephanie D.
    Wilson and Paolo A. Nespoli, a European Space Agency astronaut from
    Italy. Zamka, Wheelock and Nespoli will be making their first spaceflight.

    Expedition 15 Flight Engineer Clayton Anderson will return to Earth from
    the space station aboard shuttle mission STS-120. That flight will carry his
    replacement, Daniel Tani, to the station. Tani will return on shuttle mission
    STS-122.

    Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
    U.S. Node 2 "Harmony" module
    Vehicle: Atlantis (OV-104)
    Location: Vehicle Assembly Building High Bay 1 (in preparation for STS-117)
    Launch Date: Targeted for August 26, 2007
    Launch Pad: 39A
    Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Stephanie Wilson, Scott
    Parazynski, Douglas Wheelock, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
    Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

    Shuttle Flight: No. 120
    Atlantis Flight: No. 29
    Shuttle-ISS Flight: No. 23



    NASA Space Station Module In
    Perfect ‘Harmony’ With New Name


    14 March 2007

    Ever since it was designed and built for the International Space Station, it
    has been known as the Node 2 module. Now thanks to students from
    across the United States, Node 2 also will be known as Harmony.


    The name was chosen from an academic competition involving more than
    2,200 students in kindergarten through high school from 32 states. The
    Node 2 Challenge required students to learn about the space station, build
    a scale model and write an essay explaining their proposed name for the
    module that will serve as a central hub for science labs.


    Computer-generated artist's rendering of the International Space
    Station after the Harmony connecting node (circled in yellow) is relocated
    from the Unity node port side to the forward port of the Destiny
    Laboratory. Credit: NASA


    Six different schools submitted Harmony. A panel of NASA educators,
    engineers, scientists and senior agency management selected it because
    the name symbolizes the spirit of international cooperation embodied by
    the space station, as well as the specific role played by the module in tying
    together the international partner modules.


    Quelle: NASA.gov



    Die Bedeutung des Verbindungsmoduls
    "Harmony" (Node 2)


    Das folgende Bild zeigt die Internationale Raumstation nach Fertigstellung
    im Jahr 2010. Sowohl das europäische Modul "Columbus", als auch das
    japanische Modul "Kibo" werden an "Harmony" (Node 2) montiert.





    Next: The STS-120 Crew



    NASA TV
    STS-120
    Harmony (ISS)
    NASA - Harmony Node 2

    #2
    STS-120 Discovery




    Next Events

    September 2007
    Rollover of orbiter Discovery from Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
    to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


    September 2007
    Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

    Saturday, October 20
    Launch


    All times could change at short notice.
    Changes are indicated in red.




    Space Shuttle Processing
    Status Report S-042007


    Friday, April 20

    Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
    U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
    Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
    Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
    Launch Date: Targeted for October 20, 2007
    Launch Pad: 39A
    Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Stephanie Wilson, Scott
    Parazynski, Douglas Wheelock, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
    Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

    In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, water spray boiler system
    servicing and checkout continues. Wire tray closeouts in the midbody are
    ongoing and cargo bay closeouts are under way. The forward reaction
    control system will be delivered to the facility's bay No. 3 today and
    installed next week. Functional testing on all three fuel cells is complete.
    Inspections of the main propulsion system flow liners are finished.


    Quelle: NASA.gov



    Die Crew


    CDR Pamela Melroy (3. Flug)
    Bisherige Flüge:
    STS-92 Discovery, ISS (2000)
    STS-112 Atlantis, ISS (2002)


    PLT George Zamka (1. Flug)


    MS Scott Parazynski (5. Flug)
    Bisherige Flüge:
    STS-66 Atlantis (1994)
    STS-86 Atlantis, MIR (1997)
    STS-95 Discovery (1998)
    STS-100 Endeavour, ISS (2001)


    MS Stephanie Wilson (2. Flug)
    Bisherige Flüge:
    STS-121 Discovery, ISS (2006)


    MS Douglas Wheelock (1. Flug)


    MS Paolo Nespoli (1. Flug) ESA, Italy


    ISS Daniel Tani (2. Flug) (Start)
    Bisherige Flüge:
    STS-108 Endeavour, ISS (2001)


    ISS Clayton Anderson (Landung)


    Quelle: NASA.gov



    NASA TV
    STS-120
    Harmony (ISS)
    NASA - Harmony Node 2

    Kommentar


      #3
      STS-120 Discovery




      Next Events

      September 2007
      Rollover of orbiter Discovery from Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
      to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


      September 2007
      Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

      Saturday, October 20
      Launch


      All times could change at short notice.
      Changes are indicated in red.




      Space Shuttle Processing
      Status Report S-042707


      Friday, April 27

      Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
      U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
      Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
      Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
      Launch Date: Targeted for October 20, 2007
      Launch Pad: 39A
      Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
      Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
      Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

      In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, technicians have installed the
      orbiter's remote manipulator system, also known as the shuttle arm, or
      RMS. Checkout and servicing of water spray boiler No. 1 is complete. The
      forward reaction control system was installed this week.


      Quelle: NASA.gov



      NASA TV
      STS-120
      Harmony (ISS)
      NASA - Harmony Node 2

      Kommentar


        #4
        STS-120 Discovery




        Next Events

        September 2007
        Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
        Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
        to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


        September 2007
        Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

        Saturday, October 20
        Launch


        All times could change at short notice.
        Changes are indicated in red.




        Space Shuttle Processing
        Status Report S-050407


        Friday, May 4

        Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
        U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
        Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
        Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
        Launch Date: Targeted for October 20, 2007
        Launch Pad: 39A
        Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
        Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
        Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

        In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, workers have completed verifying
        the forward reaction control system interface connections. New, stronger
        tile known as BRI tile is being installed around the main landing gear doors
        and the external tank doors. Checkout of the "station to shuttle power
        transfer system" is under way. Technicians are also working on
        modifications to the orbiter's engine cutoff sensor wiring. This work
        involves rerouting new wires and installing new resisters. APU lube oil
        servicing is complete, and functional testing of the atmospheric
        revitalization pressure control system, part of the orbiter's life support
        system, is in progress.


        Quelle: NASA.gov



        Image Gallery 2003

        June 2, 2003


        KSC-03PD-1774 (06/02/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        At the Shuttle Landing Facility, the nose of the Beluga aircraft is open to
        offload the Italian-built module, U.S. Node 2, for the International Space
        Station. The second of three Station connecting modules, Node 2 attaches
        to the end of the U.S. Lab and provides attach locations for the Japanese
        laboratory, European laboratory, the Centrifuge Accommodation Module
        and, later, Multipurpose Logistics Modules. It will provide the primary
        docking location for the Shuttle when a pressurized mating adapter is
        attached to Node 2. Installation of the module will complete the U.S. Core
        of the ISS. Node 2 is the designated payload for mission STS-120. No
        orbiter or launch date has been determined yet.


        KSC-03PD-1780 (06/02/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        The Italian-built module, U.S. Node 2, for the International Space Station
        is offloaded from a Beluga aircraft at the Shuttle Landing Facility.


        KSC-03PD-1790 (06/02/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        The Italian-built module, U.S. Node 2, moves past the Vehicle Assembly
        Building as it is transferred to the Space Station Processing Facility.


        KSC-03PD-1791 (06/02/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        The Italian-built module, U.S. Node 2, nears the Space Station Processing
        Facility after its move from the Shuttle Landing Facility.


        June 3, 2003


        KSC-03PD-1798 (06/03/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        An overhead crane in the Space Station Processing Facility carries the U.S.
        Node 2 across the floor to a workstand.


        KSC-03PD-1800 (06/03/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        The U.S. Node 2 is moved toward a workstand in the Space Station
        Processing Facility.


        June 6, 2003


        KSC-03PD-1883 (06/06/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        Workers in the Space Station Processing Facility look over the hatch on
        the Italian-built Node 2, a future element of the International Space
        Station. Node 2 arrived at KSC June 1.


        KSC-03PD-1885 (06/06/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        Workers in the Space Station Processing Facility stand by after opening
        the hatch on the Italian-built Node 2, a future element of the International
        Space Station. Node 2 arrived at KSC June 1.


        KSC-03PD-1886 (06/06/2003) [Low Res | High Res]
        The inside of the Italian-built Node 2 looks pristine after opening of the
        hatch. A future element of the International Space Station, Node 2 arrived
        at KSC June 1. The second of three Station connecting modules, Node 2
        attaches to the end of the U.S. Lab and provides attach locations for the
        Japanese laboratory, European laboratory, the Centrifuge Accommodation
        Module and, later, Multipurpose Logistics Modules. It will provide the
        primary docking location for the Shuttle when a pressurized mating
        adapter is attached to Node 2. Installation of the module will complete the
        U.S. Core of the ISS. Node 2 is the designated payload for mission
        STS-120. No orbiter or launch date has been determined yet.


        Quelle: NASA's Kennedy Space Center


        Next: Image Gallery 2004



        NASA TV
        STS-120
        Harmony (ISS)
        NASA - Harmony Node 2

        Kommentar


          #5
          STS-120 Discovery


          Next Events

          September 2007
          Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
          Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
          to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


          September 2007
          Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

          Sa 20 October 2007
          Launch


          All times could change at short notice.
          Changes are indicated in red.






          Space Shuttle Processing
          Status Report S-051807


          Fr 18 May 2007

          Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
          U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
          Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
          Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
          Launch Date: Targeted for October 20, 2007
          Launch Pad: 39A
          Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
          Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
          Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

          Servicing of the ammonia boiler system, a heat exchanger that helps cool
          the hydraulic system, was completed early this week. The drag chute,
          which helps slow the orbiter after landing on the runway, was installed.
          Functional testing of the atmospheric revitalization pressure control
          system, part of the orbiter's life support system, continued this week. The
          orbiter docking system mechanism has been tested and will be stowed for
          flight. Modifications to Discovery's engine cutoff sensor wiring continue.


          Quelle: NASA.gov



          NASA TV
          STS-120
          Harmony (ISS)
          NASA - Harmony Node 2

          Kommentar


            #6
            STS-120 Discovery



            Next Events

            September 2007
            Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
            Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
            to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


            September 2007
            Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

            Sa 20 October 2007
            Launch


            All times could change at short notice.
            Changes are indicated in red.






            Space Shuttle Processing
            Status Report S-072707


            Fr 27 July 2007

            Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
            U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
            Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
            Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
            Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 20, 2007
            Launch Pad: 39A
            Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
            Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
            Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

            In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, all three of Discovery's main
            engines have been installed, as have the heat shields for those engines.
            Engine leak and functional tests are complete. Technicians removed and
            replaced window No. 7. The right-hand orbital maneuvering system pod
            has been delivered to the bay and preparations are under way for its
            installation next week.

            The STS-120 solid rocket boosters are being stacked in the Vehicle
            Assembly Building. The external fuel tank for STS-120 is scheduled to
            arrive at KSC via barge from the Michoud Assembly Facility in New
            Orleans on Sunday. The tank will be lifted into a checkout cell in the
            Vehicle Assembly Building on Monday.


            Quelle: NASA.gov



            NASA TV
            STS-120 (NASA)
            Harmony Node 2 (NASA)
            STS-120 (Wikipedia)
            Harmony (ISS) (Wikipedia)

            Kommentar


              #7
              STS-120 Discovery



              Next Events

              Wed 5 September 2007
              Mating of the External Fuel Tank to the
              Solid Rocket Boosters in the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


              September 2007
              Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
              Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
              to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


              September 2007
              Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

              Tue 23 October 2007
              Launch


              All times could change at short notice.
              Changes are indicated in red.






              Space Shuttle Processing
              Status Report S-083107


              Fr 31 August 2007

              Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
              U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
              Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
              Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
              Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 23, 2007
              Launch Pad: 39A
              Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
              Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
              Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

              In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3 this week, forward and aft closeout
              work continues. The midbody closeouts are complete. Closeout of the
              crew cabin airlock is under way. The orbiter's main engines have been
              configured for rollover. Workers are installing hard covers on the orbiter's
              windows.

              Stacking and closeout of the STS-120 solid rocket boosters in the Vehicle
              Assembly Building are finished. Mating of the external fuel tank to the
              boosters is targeted for Sept. 5, pending completion of foam repair work
              that is being done on the tank's liquid oxygen feedline support brackets.



              KSC-07PD-2375 (31 August 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
              In the Orbiter Processing Facility, preparations are under way to close the
              payload bay doors of Discovery for the rollover of the orbiter to the
              Vehicle Assembly Building. Seen along the edges of the bay are the
              Canadian-built shuttle robotic arm and orbiter boom sensor system. The
              primary payload, the U.S. Node 2, which is named Harmony, will be
              installed in the payload bay at the pad prior to Discovery's liftoff on
              mission STS-120. The mission will be the 23rd flight for the assembly of
              the International Space Station. Space Shuttle Discovery is targeted for
              launch on Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossmann


              Quelle: NASA.gov



              NASA TV
              STS-120 (NASA)
              Harmony Node 2 (NASA)
              STS-120 (Wikipedia)
              Harmony (ISS) (Wikipedia)

              Kommentar


                #8
                STS-120 Discovery



                Next Events

                Wed 19 September 2007
                Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
                Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
                to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


                Thu 27 September 2007
                Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

                Tue 23 October 2007
                11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                Launch


                All times could change at short notice.
                Changes are indicated in red.




                Space Shuttle Processing
                Status Report S-090707


                Fr 7 September 2007

                Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
                U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
                Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
                Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
                Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 23, 2007
                Launch Pad: 39A
                Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
                Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
                Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

                In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, forward and aft closeout work
                continues. Work is under way to test for orbiter structural leakage and
                positive pressure. Final orbiter power down is scheduled for next week.

                In the Vehicle Assembly Building, external tank No. 120 was transferred
                on Wednesday from its checkout cell to high bay No. 1 for mating to the
                solid rocket boosters. Closeout work is now under way, including
                mechanical and electrical connections of the tank and boosters.



                KSC-07PD-2397 (5 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, the
                top of external tank No. 120 is seen as the tank is lowered between the
                solid rocket boosters for mating on the mobile launcher platform. The
                external tank-SRB stack is being prepared for the orbiter Discovery, which
                will be mated to the stack in the VAB in two weeks.


                KSC-07PD-2398 (5 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                External tank No. 120 is lowered between the solid rocket boosters for
                mating on the mobile launcher platform. The external tank-SRB stack is
                being prepared for the orbiter Discovery, which will be mated to the stack
                in the VAB in two weeks. Space Shuttle Discovery is targeted to launch
                Oct. 23 on mission STS-120 to the International Space Station.
                Photo credit: NASA/George Shelton


                Quelle: NASA.gov



                NASA TV
                STS-120 (NASA)
                Harmony Node 2 (NASA)
                STS-120 (Wikipedia)
                Harmony (ISS) (Wikipedia)

                Kommentar


                  #9
                  STS-120 Discovery



                  Next Events

                  Wed 19 September 2007
                  6:30 a.m. EDT (12:30 CEST)

                  Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
                  Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
                  to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


                  Thu 27 September 2007
                  Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

                  Tue 23 October 2007
                  11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                  Launch


                  All times could change at short notice.
                  Changes are indicated in red.




                  Space Shuttle Processing
                  Status Report S-091407


                  Fr 14 September 2007

                  Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
                  U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
                  Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
                  Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
                  Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 23, 2007
                  Launch Pad: 39A
                  Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
                  Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
                  Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

                  In Orbiter Processing Facility bay 3, forward and aft closeout work is
                  complete. The payload bay doors were opened this week in order to install
                  the tool stowage assembly that will be used by crew members on orbit to
                  test tile repair techniques. The payload bay doors are now closed for
                  rollover, and the vehicle has been powered down.

                  The orbiter weight and center of gravity have been determined. This is the
                  final task prior to transferring Discovery to the orbiter transporter in
                  preparation for rollover to the Vehicle Assembly Building. Rollover is
                  scheduled for 6:30 a.m. Sept. 19.

                  In the Vehicle Assembly Building, mating closeout work continues on the
                  external fuel tank and solid rocket boosters in high bay 1.


                  Quelle: NASA.gov



                  Image Gallery

                  Mon 10 September 2007


                  KSC-07PD-2418 (10 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In bay 3 of the Orbiter Processing Facility, workers oversee the lowering
                  of the tool storage assembly unit into Discovery's payload bay, where it
                  will be stored. The tools may be used on a spacewalk, yet to be
                  determined, during mission STS-120. In an unusual operation, the payload
                  bay doors had to be reopened after closure to accommodate the storage.
                  Space shuttle Discovery is targeted to launch Oct. 23 to the International
                  Space Station. It will carry the U.S. Node 2, a connecting module, named
                  Harmony, for assembly on the space station.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Amanda Diller


                  KSC-07PD-2421 (10 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In bay 3 of the Orbiter Processing Facility, workers move the tool storage
                  assembly unit into place in Discovery's payload bay, where it will be
                  stored. The tools may be used on a spacewalk, yet to be determined,
                  during mission STS-120. In an unusual operation, the payload bay doors
                  had to be reopened after closure to accommodate the storage. Space
                  shuttle Discovery is targeted to launch Oct. 23 to the International Space
                  Station. It will carry the U.S. Node 2, a connecting module, named
                  Harmony, for assembly on the space station.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Amanda Diller


                  KSC-07PD-2422 (10 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In bay 3 of the Orbiter Processing Facility, workers secure the tool storage
                  assembly unit into place in Discovery's payload bay, where it will be
                  stored. The tools may be used on a spacewalk, yet to be determined,
                  during mission STS-120. In an unusual operation, the payload bay doors
                  had to be reopened after closure to accommodate the storage. Space
                  shuttle Discovery is targeted to launch Oct. 23 to the International Space
                  Station. It will carry the U.S. Node 2, a connecting module, named
                  Harmony, for assembly on the space station.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Amanda Diller


                  Wed 12 September 2007


                  KSC-07PD-2446 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the foreground, Harmony, the Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting
                  module for the International Space Station, is on a workstand in the Space
                  Station Processing Facility. The module will be lifted and transferred to
                  another stand for weighing. Harmony is part of the payload for space
                  shuttle Discovery on mission STS-120. Launch is targeted for Oct. 23.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  KSC-07PD-2447 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the Space Station Processing Facility, workers attach an overhead
                  crane to Harmony, the Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting module for the
                  International Space Station. The module will be lifted and transferred to
                  another stand for weighing. Harmony is part of the payload for space
                  shuttle Discovery on mission STS-120. Launch is targeted for Oct. 23.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  KSC-07PD-2448 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the Space Station Processing Facility, a crane lifts Harmony, the
                  Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting module for the International Space
                  Station, from its workstand. The module will be transferred to another
                  stand for weighing. Harmony is part of the payload for space shuttle
                  Discovery on mission STS-120. Launch is targeted for Oct. 23.
                  Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  KSC-07PD-2449 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the Space Station Processing Facility, a crane carries the Harmony, the
                  Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting module for the International Space
                  Station, above the floor to another stand nearby for weighing. Harmony is
                  part of the payload for space shuttle Discovery on mission STS-120.
                  Launch is targeted for Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  KSC-07PD-2450 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the Space Station Processing Facility, a crane carries the Harmony, the
                  Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting module for the International Space
                  Station, to another stand for weighing. Harmony is part of the payload for
                  space shuttle Discovery on mission STS-120. Launch is targeted for
                  Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  KSC-07PD-2451 (12 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                  In the Space Station Processing Facility, a crane lowers the Harmony, the
                  Italian-built U.S. Node 2 connecting module for the International Space
                  Station, onto another stand for weighing. Harmony is part of the payload
                  for space shuttle Discovery on mission STS-120. Launch is targeted for
                  Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Jim Grossman


                  Quelle: NASA/KSC



                  Video Gallery

                  Wed 5 September 2007

                  1. STS-120 - External Tank mated to Solid Rocket Boosters ... 14.6 MB


                  Fri 14 September 2007

                  1a. STS-120 - Space Shuttle and Space Station Program Overview - Part 1 ... 91.0 MB

                  1b. STS-120 - Space Shuttle and Space Station Program Overview - Part 2 ... 56.3 MB

                  2a. STS-120 - Mission Overview Briefing - Part 1 ... 106 MB

                  2b. STS-120 - Mission Overview Briefing - Part 2 ... 102 MB

                  3. STS-120 - Spacewalk Briefing ... 126 MB

                  4. STS-120 - Crew News Conference ... 100 MB

                  5. STS-120 - Preflight Briefings B-Roll Feed ... 29.8 MB


                  Quelle: space-multimedia.nl.eu.org / NASA TV



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                    #10
                    STS-120 Discovery



                    Next Events

                    25/26 September 2007 ?
                    Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
                    Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
                    to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


                    ?
                    Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

                    ? October 2007
                    Launch


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                    Changes are indicated in red.




                    Verzögerung!

                    17. September 2007, Montag

                    Die NASA hat heute beschlossen, daß die leckenden Dichtungen in der Hydraulik am Steuerbordhauptfahrwerk der DISCOVERY ausgetauscht werden sollen. Die Undichtigkeit war bei routinemäßigen Tests, die vor dem Herüberrollen des Orbiters in das VAB durchgeführt werden, entdeckt worden. Die erlaubte Leckrate für die fraglichen Dichtungen beträgt 1 Tropfen pro Stunde. Als die Hydraulikböcke, die die DISCOVERY über dem Hangarboden gehalten hatten, abgelassen wurden, und das volle gewicht wieder auf dem Fahrwerk ruhte, bemerkten Ingenieure eine Leckage von 285 Tropfen pro Stunde. Nachdem das Fahrwerk mehrmals ein- und wieder ausgefahren worden war, war die Leckacke zwar auf 23 Tropfen pro Stunde gesunken, aber das war immer noch weit über den Spezifikationen und nachdem das Problem heute zwischen NASA-Programmleitern und den Vertretern der Vertragsfirmen besprochen worden war, ordnete der Leiter der Shuttle-Integration am Kennedy Raumfahrtzentrum, LeRoy Cain, an, daß beide Dichtungen ausgetauscht werden sollten.
                    Die Arbeiten erfordern, daß die Techniker die Räder und Bremsen am Rechten Fahrwerk abbauen und das Hydrauliksystem und die Instrumente abklemmen, bevor sie die Dichtungen austauschen können. Der Hersteller (Goodrich) wird am Dienstag am KSC erwartet, die neuen Dichtungen sollen am Mittwoch geliefert werden. Bis dahin soll das Raumfahrzeug für den Austausch der Dichtungen vorbereitet sein.
                    Die Überführung zum VAB war ursprünglich für Mittwoch geplant, wird sich jetzt aber um rund eine Woche auf den 25. oder 26. September verzögern. Die Startmannschaft hatte 5 Tage an Pufferzeit in ihrem Zeitplan eingebaut. Berücksichtigt man das, könnte der Austausch der Dichtungen den Start um zwei bis drei Tage verzögern. NASA-Funktionäre sagten aber auch, daß es zu früh ist zu sagen, welchen Einfluß die Reparatur tatsächlich haben wird. Die Schätzungen von NASA und ihren Vertragsfirmen neigen üblicherweise zu einer eher konservativer Sicht der Lage und die Techniker arbeiten für gewöhnlich besser als erwartet.
                    In einer anderen, davon unabhängigen Entscheidung wurde von Seiten der Missionsleitung beschlossen, einen fünften Außeneinsatz in den Missionsplan einzubauen, bei dem ein neues Werkzeug zur Kachelreparatur getestet werden soll.


                    Quelle: Space-Science-Journal.de



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                      #11
                      STS-120 Discovery



                      Next Events

                      Sun 23 September 2007
                      5:30 a.m. EDT (11:30 CEST)

                      Rollover of orbiter Discovery from
                      Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF) Bay 3
                      to Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


                      Sun 30 September 2007
                      Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

                      Tue 23 October 2007
                      11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                      Launch


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                      Changes are indicated in red.




                      Space Shuttle Processing
                      Status Report S-092107


                      Fr 21 September 2007

                      Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
                      U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
                      Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
                      Location: Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3
                      Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 23, 2007
                      Launch Pad: 39A
                      Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
                      Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
                      Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

                      In Orbiter Processing Facility bay No. 3, workers replaced four seals and
                      their associated components on the right-hand main landing gear strut
                      after a hydraulic fluid leak was discovered during the "weight on wheels"
                      test. The landing gear has been reassembled and testing is under way. If
                      all tests are successful, Discovery will roll over to the Vehicle Assembly
                      Building on Sunday morning.

                      In the assembly building, mate closeout work is complete on the external
                      fuel tank and solid rocket boosters in high bay No. 1, and preparations are
                      in progress for the orbiter mate on Monday. Rollout to Pad 39A is targeted
                      for Sept. 30.


                      Quelle: NASA.gov



                      Image Gallery

                      Wed 19 September 2007


                      KSC-07PD-2490 (19 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In Orbiter Processing Facility bay 3, United Space Alliance and B.F.
                      Goodrich technicians begin work on the starboard landing gear assembly
                      of space shuttle Discovery. They will replace a leaking dynamic seal in
                      Discovery's right main-gear strut. The struts act as shock absorbers
                      during the shuttle's landing. Engineers determined the observed leak of
                      hydraulic fluid in the main landing gear strut exceeded specification and
                      could not be reduced to an acceptable rate. Removing the strut and
                      replacing seals require disconnecting and replacing the brakes and tires,
                      disconnecting and reconnecting instruments and other requirements to
                      allow access to the strut. Discovery had been scheduled to roll over
                      Sept. 19 from its processing hangar to the Vehicle Assembly Building. A
                      new rollover date will be set after technicians determine how long
                      replacing the seal will take. Photo credit: NASA/George Shelton


                      KSC-07PD-2493 (19 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In Orbiter Processing Facility bay 3, United Space Alliance and B.F.
                      Goodrich technicians work on the starboard landing gear assembly of
                      space shuttle Discovery. They will replace a leaking dynamic seal in
                      Discovery's right main-gear strut.


                      KSC-07PD-2502 (19 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In bay 3 of the Orbiter Processing Facility, B.F. Goodrich technician David
                      Cobb checks the hydraulic seal he replaced in space shuttle Discovery's
                      right main-gear strut. Engineers determined an observed leak of hydraulic
                      fluid in the main landing gear strut exceeded specification and could not be
                      reduced to an acceptable rate. Thus, the leaky seal and three other seals
                      were replaced. Prior to discovery of the leak, the vehicle had been
                      scheduled to roll over Sept. 19 from the OPF to the Vehicle Assembly
                      Building. A new rollover date will be set for Discovery, which is targeted
                      for launch on Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/George Shelton


                      KSC-07PD-2506 (19 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In bay 3 of the Orbiter Processing Facility, United Space Alliance
                      technicians reassemble space shuttle Discovery's right main-gear strut
                      back together. The components were removed in order to replace a
                      hydraulic seal inside. Engineers determined an observed leak of hydraulic
                      fluid in the main landing gear strut exceeded specification and could not be
                      reduced to an acceptable rate. Thus, the leaky seal and three other seals
                      were replaced.


                      Fri 21 September 2007


                      KSC-07PD-2518 (21 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      With space shuttle Discovery's right main landing gear reassembled
                      following the replacement of its four hydraulic seals, technicians now are
                      carrying out a series of tests on the system. The shuttle is in the Orbiter
                      Processing Facility, or OPF. One of Discovery's struts, which act as shock
                      absorbers during the shuttle's landing, began leaking hydraulic fluid last
                      week. Prior to discovery of the leak, the vehicle had been scheduled to roll
                      over Sept. 19 from the OPF to the Vehicle Assembly Building. The rollover
                      date will be determined after the tests. Discovery is targeted for launch on
                      Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Jack Pfaller


                      KSC-07PD-2523 (21 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In the Space Station Processing Facility, an overhead crane lifts the U.S.
                      Node 2 module, known as Harmony, from its stand. The crane will transfer
                      the module to the payload canister in another area of the facility. The
                      canister will deliver Harmony to Launch Pad 39A for installation into space
                      shuttle Discovery's payload bay.


                      KSC-07PD-2526 (21 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      A closeup of the U.S. Node 2 module, known as Harmony, suspended
                      above the floor of the Space Station Processing Facility as the module is
                      transferred to the payload canister. The canister will deliver Harmony to
                      Launch Pad 39A for installation into space shuttle Discovery's payload bay.
                      The Italian-built module is about 21 feet long and 14 feet in diameter. The
                      pressurized module will act as an internal connecting port and passageway
                      to additional international science labs and cargo spacecraft. In addition to
                      increasing the living and working space inside the station, it also will serve
                      as a work platform outside for the station's robotic arm. Harmony will be
                      installed on the station during mission STS-120, targeted to launch
                      Oct. 23. Photo credit: NASA/Amanda Diller


                      KSC-07PD-2528 (21 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      In the Space Station Processing Facility, the U.S. Node 2 module, known
                      as Harmony, is moved toward the waiting payload canister, at right.


                      KSC-07PD-2531 (21 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                      The overhead crane lowers the U.S. Node 2 module, known as Harmony,
                      into the payload canister in the Space Station Processing Facility.


                      Quelle: NASA/KSC



                      Video Gallery

                      Wed 19 September 2007

                      1. STS-120 - Technicians remove and replace leaking seal ... 8.7 MB


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                        Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB)


                        Orbiter-External Tank mating in the VAB

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                          #13
                          STS-120 Discovery



                          Next Events

                          Sun 30 September 2007
                          Rollout to Launch Pad 39A

                          Tue 23 October 2007
                          11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                          Launch


                          All times could change at short notice.
                          Changes are indicated in red.




                          Space Shuttle Processing







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                            #14
                            STS-120 Discovery


                            Next Events

                            Tue 23 October 2007
                            11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                            Launch


                            All times could change at short notice.
                            Changes are indicated in red.




                            Image Gallery

                            Sun 23 September 2007


                            KSC-07PD-2539 (23 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            On its transporter, Space shuttle Discovery rolls to the Vehicle Assembly
                            Building, at left. In the VAB, the shuttle will be lifted and mated with the
                            external tank and solid rocket boosters on the mobile launcher platform.
                            Discovery is targeted for launch to the International Space Station for
                            mission STS-120 on Oct. 23. The crew will be delivering and installing the
                            Italian-built U.S. Node 2, named Harmony. The pressurized module will act
                            as an internal connecting port and passageway to additional international
                            science labs and cargo spacecraft. In addition to increasing the living and
                            working space inside the station, it also will serve as a work platform
                            outside for the station's robotic arm.


                            KSC-07PD-2541 (23 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            The vehicle processing team has a final goodbye and gathers for a photo
                            in front of space shuttle Discovery after its exit from the Orbiter
                            Processing Facility bay 3. The vehicle is rolling over to the Vehicle
                            Assembly Building, where it will be lifted and mated with the external tank
                            and solid rocket boosters on the mobile launcher platform. Discovery is
                            targeted for launch to the International Space Station for mission STS-120
                            on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2544 (23 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            In the transfer aisle of the Vehicle Assembly Building, the overhead lifting
                            sling hoists space shuttle Discovery off the transporter. Discovery will be
                            raised to a vertical position and lifted into high bay 1 for mating with the
                            external tank and solid rocket boosters waiting on the mobile launcher
                            platform. Discovery is targeted for launch to the International Space
                            Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2547 (23 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            Space shuttle Discovery is suspended vertically above the transfer aisle of
                            the Vehicle Assembly Building. The vehicle will be lifted into high bay 1 for
                            mating with the external tank and solid rocket boosters waiting on the
                            mobile launcher platform. Discovery is targeted for launch to the
                            International Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.
                            Photo credit: NASA/Charisse Nahser


                            Mon 24 September 2007


                            KSC-07PD-2552 (24 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            Inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, space shuttle Discovery is lifted into
                            the upper regions for transfer to high bay 1. In the bay, Discovery will be
                            mated with the external tank and solid rocket boosters waiting on the
                            mobile launcher platform. Discovery is targeted for launch to the
                            International Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2553 (24 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            Viewed from behind inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, space shuttle
                            Discovery is lifted into the upper regions for transfer to high bay 1. In the
                            bay, Discovery will be mated with the external tank and solid rocket
                            boosters waiting on the mobile launcher platform. Discovery is targeted
                            for launch to the International Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2557 (24 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            Inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, space shuttle Discovery is lowered
                            next to the external tank and solid rocket boosters already installed on the
                            mobile launcher platform. Discovery is targeted for launch to the
                            International Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2559 (24 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            A fish-eye view shows space shuttle Discovery after being lowered next to
                            the external tank and solid rocket boosters already installed on the mobile
                            launcher platform. Discovery is targeted for launch to the International
                            Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            Thu 27 September 2007


                            KSC-07PD-2598 (27 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            With umbilical lines still attached, the payload canister containing the
                            Italian-built U.S. Node 2 module, called Harmony, is lifted up toward the
                            payload changeout room on Launch Pad 39A. Once in place, the canister
                            will be opened and the module transferred inside the payload changeout
                            room. The payload will be installed in space shuttle Discovery's payload
                            bay after the vehicle rolls out to the pad. Discovery is targeted for launch
                            to the International Space Station for mission STS-120 on Oct. 23.


                            KSC-07PD-2599 (27 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                            In full light of day, the payload canister containing the Italian-built U.S.
                            Node 2 module, called Harmony, is in place next to the payload changeout
                            room on Launch Pad 39A. The canister will be opened and the module
                            transferred inside. The payload will be installed in space shuttle
                            Discovery's payload bay after the vehicle rolls out to the pad. Discovery is
                            targeted for launch to the International Space Station for mission STS-120
                            on Oct. 23.


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                              #15
                              STS-120 Discovery


                              Next Events

                              Tue 23 October 2007
                              11:38 a.m. EDT (17:38 CEST)

                              Launch


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                              Changes are indicated in red.




                              Space Shuttle Processing
                              Status Report S-100507


                              Fr 5 October 2007

                              Mission: STS-120 - 23rd International Space Station Flight (10A) -
                              U.S. Node 2 "Harmony"
                              Vehicle: Discovery (OV-103)
                              Location: Launch Pad 39A
                              Launch Date: Targeted for Oct. 23, 2007
                              Launch Pad: 39A
                              Crew: Pamela Melroy, George Zamka, Scott Parazynski,
                              Douglas Wheelock, Stephanie Wilson, Paolo Nespoli and Daniel Tani
                              Inclination/Orbit Altitude: 51.6 degrees/122 nautical miles

                              On Sunday, STS-120 was transported via the crawler transporter to
                              Launch Pad 39A. The rotating service structure, which protects and
                              provides access to the orbiter at the pad, was rolled into position on
                              Monday. During the week, workers performed shuttle interface testing,
                              orbiter/external tank leak checks and launch pad validations. The payload
                              was installed in the orbiter on Thursday, and the sensor packs were
                              installed on the orbiter boom sensor system.

                              Loading of hypergolic propellants aboard Discovery is scheduled for this
                              weekend. Next week, the terminal countdown demonstration test is
                              scheduled with the STS-120 astronauts and the launch team. This routine
                              series of events includes emergency training procedures and a launch
                              countdown dress rehearsal.

                              After the hail monitoring system at the pad showed possible hail in the
                              predawn hours of Wednesday, engineers fully inspected the space shuttle
                              but found no damage. There were no radar indications of hail, though
                              wind-driven rain may have been possible. The calibration of the hail
                              monitoring system sensors and associated instrumentation is being
                              assessed.


                              Quelle: NASA.gov



                              Image Gallery

                              Sun 30 September 2007


                              KSC-07PD-2618 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Workers monitor the progress of Space Shuttle Discovery as it moves
                              through the doors of the Vehicle Assembly Building toward Launch Pad
                              39A. First motion out of the VAB was at 6:47 a.m. EDT. Rollout is a
                              milestone for Discovery's launch to the International Space Station on
                              mission STS-120, targeted for Oct. 23. The crew will be delivering and
                              installing the Italian-built U.S. Node 2, named Harmony.


                              KSC-07PD-2619 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Space Shuttle Discovery, atop a mobile launch platform, moves through
                              the doors of the Vehicle Assembly Building toward Launch Pad 39A just
                              before sunrise on a balmy Florida morning.


                              KSC-07PD-2623 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Space Shuttle Discovery, atop a mobile launch platform, passes by the
                              turn basin in Launch Complex 39 toward Pad A as the sun rises on a
                              balmy Florida morning.


                              KSC-07PD-2624 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              A rainbow can be seen in the spray from the water truck traveling ahead
                              of Space Shuttle Discovery on its move from the Vehicle Assembly
                              Building to Launch Pad 39A. First motion out of the VAB was at 6:47 a.m.
                              EDT. The water dampens the rocks on the crawlerway, reducing the
                              amount of dust churned up by the passage of the shuttle. The crawler
                              transporter carrying the mobile launch platform and unfueled space shuttle
                              weighs approximately 17.5 million pounds.


                              KSC-07PD-2627 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              The crawler transporter, moving Space Shuttle Discovery atop its mobile
                              launch platform from the Vehicle Assembly Building, heads in the direction
                              of Launch Pad 39A. The journey has reached the intersection in the
                              crawlerway of the paths to Pad 39A and Pad 39B.


                              KSC-07PD-2628 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              A rainbow can be seen in the spray from the water truck traveling ahead
                              of Space Shuttle Discovery on its move from the Vehicle Assembly
                              Building to Launch Pad 39A. First motion out of the VAB was at 6:47 a.m.
                              EDT. The water dampens the rocks on the crawlerway, reducing the
                              amount of dust churned up by the passage of the shuttle.


                              KSC-07PD-2630 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Space Shuttle Discovery climbs the five percent grade to the top of the
                              hardstand at Launch Pad 39A.


                              KSC-07PD-2633 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Space Shuttle Discovery has arrived at Launch Pad 39A. Discovery arrived
                              at its seaside launch pad around noon and was hard down at 1:15 p.m.


                              KSC-07PD-2634 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              Access platforms at Launch Pad 39A are moved into position against
                              Space Shuttle Discovery atop a mobile launch platform. Discovery arrived
                              at its seaside launch pad around noon and was hard down at 1:15 p.m.


                              KSC-07PD-2636 (30 September 2007) [Low Res | High Res]
                              A banner at Launch Pad 39A proclaims the sentiments of the work force at
                              Kennedy Space Center following the arrival of Space Shuttle Discovery on
                              a balmy Florida afternoon. Discovery arrived at its seaside launch pad
                              around noon and was hard down at 1:15 p.m.


                              Quelle: NASA/KSC



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