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What exactly is the purpose of connection links strapped between the rocket and the launch pad
I am curious on what are those multiple connection cables latched between the rocket and launch pad. What exactly is the purpose of it, I am aware that one should be for filling up the fuel. But ...
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Launch corridors
I was wondering where I could find a list of the launch azimuth ranges - i.e. the corridors - for the main launchpads worldwide (Baikonur, Kourou, KSC, ... as many as possible). Thank you in advance!
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LV Telemetry links on the launch pad
Are electronic telemetry and control links (of TT&C - telemetry, tracking and control) to the launch vehicle incorporated into the launch pad umbilical lines and handed off at launch, or is it all ...
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Are sirens (etc.) sounded before launches to warn wildlife?
This question is moderately inspired by this one, or at least the speculative answer "birds" that is ruled out on a second review of the video. Various animals have learned signals of severe ...
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What are the main steps in the lead-up to a rocket launch?
I know that rocket launches are extremely complex. From watching a few, I get the sense that there are some things that happen in a standard way in all rocket launches, maybe depending on propellants, ...
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