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Lessons Learned - Leak Checks of Critical Systems (Orbiter APU Coolant) After Installation, Maintenance, or Modifications Which Require System Disconnects

contributor authorNASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
date accessioned2017-09-04T18:22:37Z
date available2017-09-04T18:22:37Z
date copyright07/08/1991
date issued1991
identifier otherIBYCQCAAAAAAAAAA.pdf
identifier urihttp://yse.yabesh.ir/std;jsery=autho162s7D8308/handle/yse/205059
description abstractDescription of Driving Event:
During post ascent shutdown of an orbiter OV-102 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on shuttle mission STS-2, the unit increased in temperature. Flight data indicated stoppage of coolant (water) flow to the APU. Post flight tests indicated proper operation of the coolant control valves and no flow restrictions. During disassembly, a coolant inlet filter interface fitting was found to be cross threaded. It was concluded that this fitting leaked during ascent and while on orbit. The leak caused water to flash freeze in the line, blocking the flow. The ice thawed on entry and removed evidence of the blockage. Initial installation and maintenance procedures were revised to add leak checks and visual inspection for proper alignment of fittings.
languageEnglish
titleNASA-LLIS-0012num
titleLessons Learned - Leak Checks of Critical Systems (Orbiter APU Coolant) After Installation, Maintenance, or Modifications Which Require System Disconnectsen
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page2
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treeNASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA):;1991
contenttypefulltext
subject keywordsConfiguration Management
subject keywordsFlight Equipment
subject keywordsHardware
subject keywordsLaunch Vehicle
subject keywordsParts Materials & Processes
subject keywordsSpacecraft


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