Today, we tested the RS-25 engine at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, and boy was it hot! Besides the fact that it was a hot day, the 6,000 degree operating temperature of the hot fire test didn’t help things. This engine is one of four that will power the core stage of our Space Launch System (SLS) into deep space and to Mars. Today’s test reached 109% power and burned 150,000 gallons of liquid oxygen and 60,000 gallons of liquid hydrogen. When SLS launches with all 4 of its engines, it will be the most powerful rocket in the world!
This engine was previously used to to fly dozens of successful missions on the space shuttle, so you might be asking, “Why are we spending time testing it again if we already know it’s awesome?” Well, it’s actually really important that we test them specifically for use with SLS for a number of reasons, including the fact that we will be operating at 109% power, vs. the 104% power previously used.
If you missed the 535-second, ground rumbling test today – you’re in luck. We’ve compiled all the cool stuff (fire, steam & loud noises) into a recap video. Check it out here:
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Helmetica by Justin Maller
Recent batch of premade tails. The tops look funky because they’re not finished–I stuffed them for photos and then unstuffed them afterwards.
Next on the agenda is a nubby tail pattern! I’m also going to be making a long toony feline, a larger fox pattern and eventually, a wolf.
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I think, you`ve seen the trailer of Zootopia. I like this fox.) Draw from screen.
Source: http://twitter.com/CV02LenKagamine/status/619955698173128704
as per request here is some more cherrybox, enjoy c:
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Art by Timo
On Tuesday, September 15th, at 5 p.m. ET, astronauts Serena Auñón, Cady Coleman, Samantha Cristoforetti, plus NASA chief scientist Ellen Stofan will be stopping by Skunk Bear HQ – and I’ll be asking them your questions live on Periscope and SnapChat (user: nprnews)!
Cady Coleman has been to space three times, once spending 158 days aboard the International Space Station. While on earth, she set several endurance and tolerance records when she participated in tests of new equipment. She plays flute in Bandella, a musical group made up of astronauts. Here, I’ve depicted her zero-gravity hair-do.
Serena Auñón hasn’t been to space … yet. She was selected in 2009 as a member of the 20th NASA astronaut class. She has a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, a doctorate in medicine, and a masters in public health.
Samantha Cristoforetti is the first Italian woman in space, the woman who has stayed in space the longest (199 days) and the first person to brew espresso in space. She’s a fighter pilot in the Italian Air Force and speaks fluent Italian, English, Russian, German, and French.
Ellen Stofan is the Chief Scientist of NASA, advising the administrator on all things scientific. She is especially interested in the geology of other planets.
Dont even think you can escape from my gift senpai Kae!! >:V
For real tho, yesterday was Kae’s birthday, so I made her Meowstic pokezona as Robin because I know she is a Fire Emblem nerd.
And GODDAMN IT, IM PROUD OF THIS FOR BEING MY FIRST “PAINTING” DAMN.
Anyway, for real, happy (Late) birthday Kae!!
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Hello! I'm paradox the blue fox. I'm a gay furry. Love doctor who. I'm a musician, wheel throwing artist, and a glassblowing artist. I love space.
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