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From: Hank.Walker%CMU-CS-VLSI@sri-unix.UUCP
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Subject: Shuttle Launch Sequence
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Date: Fri, 6-Apr-84 09:19:34 EST
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Posted: Fri Apr  6 09:19:34 1984
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Some time ago, someone asked on this bboard what would happen if only one
SRB ignited on the pad.  The answer was that the shuttle would pitch over.
This was made more explicit by the astronaut commentator on today's launch.
He said that takeoff is instantaneous with SRB ignition.  Normally the
explosive holddown bolts are blown simultaneously, but if they aren't,
they'll just be ripped off and launch will occur anyway.

Hank Walker@cmu-cs-vlsi.arpa