CBS Space News adds, 'To strengthen the rest of the stringers in Discovery's tank, radius block plates will be riveted into place over the anchors that hold the existing stringers in place.' [CBS Space News]
And, 'Testing indicates the modification will ensure the tank is up to the rigors of fueling and launch, giving it the safety margin needed to clear Discovery for flight.'
Finally, 'But additional analysis will be needed to make sure the modifications do not introduce any unintended consequences. Sources said shuttle Program Manager John Shannon decided to press ahead with the repairs in parallel with work to flight certify the modifications.'
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William Atkins completed educational degrees in science (bachelor’s in physics and mathematics) from Illinois State University (Normal, United States) and business (master’s in entrepreneurship and bachelor’s in industrial relations) from Western Illinois University
