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I had thought the same. However, after watching the Hot-Stage video several times, the separation seems fast enough that any possible control authority of the grid fins is negligible. Especially given when they are closest to the Starship plume, they are centered and positioned for least drag. It is...

The altitude of the hot-staging should have greatly reduced any control authority for the grid fins. I saw a CFD effort showing the effect (impact) of the estimated, from flight videos and telemetry feed analysis, which shows significant fuel sloshing in both tanks. My take here is SpaceX is doing s...

There was an issue with an actuator for one of the grid fins. Where did you see this? I am still seeing a lot of speculation regarding the FTS triggers for both Booster and Starship. We may have to wait until SpaceX releases more information. In any event, the launch through Hot Stage had to be a g...

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Launch now moved to Saturday per an Elon Tweet. Looks like they are checking something on the top of the booster, or to do with the Hotstage ring between the booster and second stage (Starship).
Now I have to actually find some work to do at work in the morning.

Lol!
Be even more shocked, FAA signed off on the final yesterday too. Launch attempt tomorrow morning confirmed.

Launch timelines are posted on the SpaceX website.
Current consensus seems to be a 0800 to 1030 Eastern launch window. Still tracking for Friday.
Fish & Wildlife paperwork is reported (and posted) complete, now waiting on FAA final approval.

I can't believe their are people who still think he has something. Complete scam. He was smart enough to draft his actions in a way that he could never be blamed or accused for not delivering. He probably learned a lot from "experienced" artists like BLP, or from his previous experiences. I blame m...

Tracking for launch windows on the 17th, with backups 18th and 19th. Paperwork still not officially released, however reporting indicates it is done, just not released. SpaceX continues 'short final' (see what I did there? :) ) launch preps. I expect a restack tomorrow or Thursday. I am unclear as t...

Tracking Satellites is not real time. You need multiple orbits through the Fences to get an accurate track. Optical tracking only works in short windows and if the weather cooperates during the observation windows. While Optical can be used to calculate orbits, it is more about getting a look at the...

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Sat Nov 04, 2023 12:19 am

These wires are not for the magnet coils. Their magnets are monolithic aluminum.

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I wouldn't want to be an electrician on that installation crew. Talk about mind numbing repetition. That's a lot of wires and caps.

Rossi isn't dead yet. He is still trying to roll with the same old story, punt and repunt with "upgrades and new designs", followed by "verification and testing by the highest authorities" without ever presenting an actual product. I can't believe their are people who still think he has something. C...

As of today, paperwork and notices lining up for launch as soon as 13th (Monday). Realistically, could be anytime next week. Still waiting on Fish & Wildlife.

SpaceX seems to be positioned to launch as soon as they get the admin approval. The FAA has completed the safety review, and now the final hurdle appears to be Fish & Wildlife Review. With paper in hand, all SpaceX needs to do to launch is install/activiate the Flight Termination System (<1 day), st...

Rewind shops are certainly an option. The limitation would likely be in the available winding jigs. They may well need to create a custom jig. However, once made, it is from that point on available for use. More importantly, they have the bake ovens and other infrastructure required for durable larg...