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Orbital ATK and NASA report initial findings from QM-1 test

Submit on Tuesday, May 12th, 2015 22:58

Data from the first five-segment qualification motor (QM-1) test conducted by Orbital ATK and NASA show the solid rocket motor performed as designed. Manufactured by Orbital ATK, the five-segment motor will be used to provide lift-off and ascent thrust for NASA’s Space Launch System, or SLS.

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