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TheOwlMarble t1_j0il2c1 wrote

Good to see an update on this. Hopefully the computers can shed enough heat to stay cool over time, but I guess we'll have to see.

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bluenoser613 OP t1_j0iqxx6 wrote

They must be super worried there is more damage in the module. I doubt a coolant hose would stop a high speed meteorite.

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The_Solar_Oracle t1_j0jkobl wrote

Given the recent issues with Roscosmos, it could've just as easily been poor quality control as a meteor.

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ComradeSuka t1_j0jh86z wrote

That’s the real follow on question. Even with a camera inspection, or a spacewalk, they’ll only have an idea of how far a meteorite went based upon testing something beyond that.

Assuming it was a meteorite, and assuming they can safely test, and if you’re not willing to try start up or up to a point, the first time shouldn’t be with people. Not with other alternatives.

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ComradeSuka t1_j0jhq2d wrote

If you read between the lines, it was this or the official update, that Soyuz temperatures are nominal, if slightly elevated, BUT that’s because it’s attached to the station.

Basically if they haven’t closed the hatch because of concerns it will heat up, or haven’t gotten to that test, it isn’t off to a good start.

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