SPACE SHUTTLE MAIN ENGINE NO. 2036, THE FIRST BLOCK I ENGINE TO FLY

[KSC-95PC-0586]

  • Photo Number: KSC-95PC-0586

  • Release Date: 17-Apr-1995

    • Description: Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME) No. 2036, the first of the new Block I engines to fly, awaits installation into position one of the Orbiter Discovery in Orbiter Processing Facility 3 during preparation of the spaceplane for the STS-70 mission. The advanced powerplant features a new high- pressure liquid oxygen turbopump, a two-duct powerhead, a baffleless main injector, single-coil heat exchanger and start sequence modifications. These modifications are designed to improve both engine performance and safety.

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