13 Minutes Presents: The Space Shuttle

Apollo 13: 7. Resurrection

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Jun 7, 2020
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ANECDOTE

Command Module Resurrection

  • Jack Swigert powered up the command module after it had been off for days.
  • He followed a complex procedure in the freezing cold and dark.
ANECDOTE

Condensation Concerns

  • Fred Haise found condensation in the command module, a potential fire hazard.
  • They cautiously powered up systems, checking for burning smells.
ADVICE

Star Alignment Challenges

  • Ensure clear sighting for star alignment during spacecraft navigation.
  • Sunlight reflecting off attached modules can obstruct the view.
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