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Will the Autonomous Orbiter Rapid Prototype be used during any Shuttle mission?
Background: The Autonomous Orbiter Rapid Prototype is a system designed to allow NASA to retrieve a Shuttle from orbit (or try to anyway) without the need for a crew onboard.
The system consists of a cable 8.5 meters long and 16 connectors to allow the operation of key Shuttle systems via remote control from the ground and is currently stored on the ISS.
The system consists of a cable 8.5 meters long and 16 connectors to allow the operation of key Shuttle systems via remote control from the ground and is currently stored on the ISS.
Settlement details:As reported by a major mainstream news source.
Suspend date may be extended until the final Shuttle flight has launched.
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