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APPENDIX B:
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APPENDIX B: ILLUSTRATIONS
Designs
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Solid Rocket Booster Configuration
Redesigned Solid Rocket Motor Configuration
Case Field Joint: Comparison of Challenger and ~ ~
Case Field Joint Seals
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Case-to-Nozzle Joint: Comparison
Ignition System: Discovery
Igniter Adapter: Discovery
Nozzle Assembly
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Test Program
Tank
270° Design
360° Design
ana Discovery
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Configuration of the Nozzle Joint Environment Simulator
Configuration of the Transient Pressure Test Article
Configuration of the T-24 and T-97 Test Stands
Layout of the T-97 Test Facility
Configuration of the Structural Test Article
Simulation of a J-Seal Wave Defect
Simulation of a J-Seal Channel Defect and
Separation
Simulation of a Blowhole in
Insulation Edge
the Case-to-Nozzle Joint Adhesive
Selected Design Alternatives
An Inset (Nonrotating) Case Field Joint
Interlocking Insulation for a Vented Case Field Joint
"Rat-Trap" Baffle for a Case Field Joint
Joints with "Thermalock" Metal Seals
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