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| Mike closely examines payload before testing |
Assembling the payload pre-testing |
Sliding on the payload skin |
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| Dropping the nose cone into place |
Working on the Wallops Support Module (WSM) |
Attaching the payload to the WSM |
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| Close-up of payload to WSM interface |
Payload being shuffled between testing machines |
Weighing the payload (311 lbs.) |
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| Payload resting between tests |
Detaching payload from crane |
Vertical moment of inertia determination |
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| Horizontal moment of inertia determination |
Horizontal balance test (payload spinning) |
Mike observing balance testing |
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| Moving the payload by crane |
Payload undergoing bend testing |
Measuring the gap between the skin and bulkhead |
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| Finishing the bend tests |
Observing nose cone deflection during bend tests |
Setting up for the shake tests |
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| Final preparations before shake testing |
Shake testing the rocket |
Placing the payload on the balancing machine |
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| Preparing the rocket for balancing |
Balancing test control room |
Payload spinning during balance tests (5 Hz) |
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| Close-up of spinning payload |
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