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DAY 103 July 09, 2009

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY...

Leak check system. During this class, we learn about things like simulation sequences before blast-off, radio communications, opening valves and more.

The content of this post is an adaptation of an original text written by Guy Laliberté.

Today, we studied the emergency recovery/rescue system, which explains the various systems and safety measures to be taken in the event of any malfunctions (from 30 minutes before launch until our return to earth). For example, the parachute system, the various parts that are detaching themselves after launch and the leak systems.

This class made me realize two things:

  • That there are potentially hazardous situations at many stages of this adventure. I already knew this, but seeing them in more detail increased my awareness of the risk.

  • On the other hand, their systems have already saved many lives. It’s very reassuring to know that they have analyzed all the steps to be prepared for anything that comes up. So, yes, it’s very useful to be aware of the potential hazards and it’s also comforting to know what to do in such situations! The Russians have been launching rockets for all these years with the same down-to-the-second accuracy.

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