”Quick analysis of B14-2 anomaly.
Explosion originated from the aft section, not the midsection of the vehicle. Potential of hard shutdown having occurred. Speed at RUD approx 250kmh.
I recommend viewing at the highest quality setting and on an HDR display because even with correction it's still difficult to see some features.“
….”Slight correction on the speed: I was under the impression that the WAI footage was in real time. Misunderstanding on my part. Actual speed at RUD should be about 420-430kmh.”……
CSS: ““Ring unzips below common dome”.
Go figure…
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“Aft section energetically exploded.”
Remind us again, which compartment holds the explosive methane?
SpaceEngineer: The sump at the end of the downcomer as well as the entire propellant distribution manifold. this is not a case of the common dome failing first, this is after a shockwave propagates up the tank…..