The transport container is cleaned and moved into the clean room. The transport cover, contamination bag and frame are removed from the transport platform.
(NOTE: Most medium-resolution images are approximately 100Kb and are best suited for smaller monitors. Most high resolution images are approximately 200Kb and are best suited for larger monitors.)
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The transport container enters clean room facility from the airlock. (medium) (high) |
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The Three-Axis Positioning device (TAP) in the far right corner will be used to move and maneouvre the spacecraft. (medium) (high) |
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The transport container is moved to the high bay area. (medium) (high) |
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The overhead hoist is used to remove the top of the transport container. (medium) (high) |
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The top of the transport container is removed. (medium) (high) |
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The protective bag is removed. (medium) (high) |
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The frame for the contamination bag is removed. (medium) (high) |
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