Boeing's Starliner spacecraft experienced a launch delay on June 1, 2024 due to one of the computer systems responsible for releasing clamps and orchestrating the launch sequence being slow to come online.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is a competitor to SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule in NASA's Commercial Crew Program.
NASA announced they would push the launch into next week for further assessment.
The mission had already faced setbacks earlier in May due to a malfunctioning valve on the second stage of the rocket.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which was set to send NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station for a week-long test flight, experienced a launch delay on June 1, 2024. The issue occurred due to one of the three computer systems responsible for releasing clamps and orchestrating the launch sequence being slow to come online. NASA announced that they would push the launch into next week, possibly as early as Wednesday or Thursday, for further assessment.
The mission had already faced setbacks earlier in May when a malfunctioning valve on the second stage of the rocket required replacement. Boeing has been eager to get the mission off the ground and expressed optimism about Starliner's future flights despite these challenges.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, developed as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, is a competitor to SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule. The program aims to expand US options for ferrying astronauts to the space station and reduce reliance on Russia for transportation.
The launch delay marks another setback in Boeing's Starliner program, which has faced years of delays and embarrassing setbacks, including a software bug that put the spaceship on a bad trajectory and cabin filled with flammable electrical tape. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams were scheduled to fly on Starliner but had to exit the capsule after the hold.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft launch was scrubbed less than four minutes before liftoff on Saturday.
An automated computer system triggered the delay due to one of the three systems responsible for releasing clamps and orchestrating the launch sequence being slow to come online.
NASA announced that they would push the launch into next week, possibly as early as Wednesday or Thursday, for further assessment.
The mission was set to send NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station for a week-long test flight.
ULA CEO Tory Bruno confirmed that Boeing has been eager to get the mission off the ground.
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Boeing Starliner launch was scrubbed due to a problem with one of three computers managing the countdown from the base of the launch pad.
The issue involved one of three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad
One of the three GLS circuit boards took longer than expected to synch up with the other two, triggering an automatic hold at T-minus 3-minute and 50-seconds.
ULA is investigating reasons for the fault, such as malfunctioning circuit board or power supply unit.
One of the three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad
One of the three GLS circuit boards took longer than expected to synch up with the other two
The issue involved one of three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad
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one of three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad
an automated computer system triggered the delay due to one of the three systems responsible for releasing clamps and orchestrating the launch sequence being slow to come online
ULA is investigating reasons for the fault, such as malfunctioning circuit board or power supply unit
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The article contains some instances of inflammatory rhetoric and an appeal to authority, but no formal or blatant logical fallacies were found. The author uses phrases like 'star-crossed Boeing Starliner' and 'seemingly' to express frustration with the repeated launch delays, which can be considered inflammatory. However, these do not significantly impact the article's overall content or argument. The author also quotes Tory Bruno, CEO of United Launch Alliance, regarding the computer issue during the countdown. This quote is an appeal to authority as it establishes Bruno as an expert in his field and lends credibility to his explanation.
]The seemingly star-cross Boeing Starliner[.
Tory Bruno, CEO of United Launch Alliance, builder of the Atlas 5 rocket, said the issue Saturday involved one of three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad.
Boeing's programme has faced years of delays and embarrassing setbacks, including software bug putting the spaceship on a bad trajectory and cabin filled with flammable electrical tape.
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Automatic hold was triggered by ULA’s computer with three minutes and 50 seconds to go.
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft launch was scrubbed less than four minutes before liftoff.
One of the three networked computer racks in a building at the base of the launch pad had an issue.
The launch attempt of NASA astronauts Barry [redacted] was scheduled for this article's date.
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The launch attempt of NASA astronauts Barry was scrubbed less than four minutes before liftoff on Saturday.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft launch was scrubbed at the last minute due to a problem with one of three redundant computers managing the countdown from the base of the launch pad.
Boeing's second attempt at launching a crew aboard its Starliner spaceship was aborted with just minutes left on the countdown clock.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft failed to launch on June 1, 2024 due to an issue with the ground launch sequencer computer.
NASA and Boeing are working to determine the cause of the issue.
ULA CEO Tory Bruno stated that 'the nation needs two ways to get to space' and expressed optimism about Starliner's future flights.
Steve Stich, manager of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, praised the team for their efforts and noted that 'every time you go to the pad for a crewed flight or really any flight, you’ve got a chance of scrubbing'.
Mark Nappi, vice president and program manager for Boeing's Commercial Crew Program, addressed a minor issue with cabin fans during the countdown.
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were scheduled to fly on Starliner but had to exit the capsule after the hold.
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, An automated computer system triggered the delay due to one of the three systems responsible for releasing clamps and orchestrating the launch sequence being slow to come online.
The next launch attempt is expected later this evening.
ULA CEO Tory Bruno expressed optimism about Starliner’s future flights.
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The article contains some instances of appeals to authority and a potential use of an inflammatory term, but overall the authors provide clear and factual reporting on the Starliner launch scrub. They quote various experts in the field discussing their opinions on the importance of having multiple spacecraft for transporting astronauts to the International Space Station, as well as their assessments of what caused the launch issue and potential solutions. No formal logical fallacies were identified.
]We really need two redundant space transportation systems[
