Solar panels was removed from the the “discovery” cargo bay
The International Space Station and the toshiba PA3191U-3BRS battery“Discovery” space shuttle astronauts on the 18th using two robot arm, the “discovery” was carrying solar panels to move out of the cargo hold. Will be carried out in the 19th spacewalk, two astronauts will install the solar panels in place.
”Discovery” was carried by solar panels is the fourth group of the International Space Station, and finally a group of solar panels. After installation, the International Space Station solar panels will reach the total generating power of 120 kilowatts, marking the 10-year-old building the international space station can finally enjoy the full-load power supply. This is a permanent presence on the space station’s “expansion” is also crucial. As planned, in May of this year, the International Space Station Expedition members will be present 3 to 6 people.
Brackets, code-named section of S6 has also been moved out of the day “discovery” was the cargo bay. This bracket is equivalent to the International Space Station spine, consisting of 11 blocks. The astronauts will be installed in this bracket weighs about 14 tons. Can wait toshiba PA3191U-4BRS batteryuntil the place, the International Space Station, the total length of the bracket will be about 102.1 meters. The fourth group of solar panels will be fixed in the new installation of this rack.
“Discovery” was on the 15th of this month from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida for launch on the 17th with the International Space Station. During the docking, “discovered” crew will conduct three spacewalks to complete installation of the space station-related components. “Discovery” is expected to be on the 25th from the International Space Station, on the 27th landing at the Kennedy Space Center.