April 3, 2012
A Needed Boost
Here is my attempt to capture a Station re-boost last weekend using ATV (Automated Transfer Vehicle) propellant.
Notice that as the burn progresses, a halo of exhaust accumulates that is visible when the thrusters fire for thrust corrections.
Editor’s note — Thanks to the ATV Mission Director for this correction: http://blogs.esa.int/atv/2012/04/04/astro-pettit-videos-atv-reboosting-iss/. We’ve edited the post accordingly.
Comment by The Editors — April 4, 2012 @ 10:10 am
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