That might as well be what they should call them. A great technical explanation of the ECO sensors that has kept the Shuttle on the ground has been provided.
One of those things that defies explanation. They know something's not right. They know that it started after mods were made to the external fuel tank and control system. Like good little Engineers they brainstorm potential causes. The typical procedure is to eliminate each potential cause off their list.
That didn't happen with the ECO sensors. They never had a third fueling test to prove all was a-ok. Now they have to go through the pain staking process of getting that awnser that they should have been going after to begin with.
I don't like loose ends. I'm sure NASA engineers don't like 'em either. But NASA managers don't seem to have so much of an issue skirting around the rules.
Panick. That's what I'm guessing is happening in Florida right now. If I was an Engineer working at the Cape I would popping aspirins right about now. They have to find the problem and fix it fast.
Rushing faster than they should? Only they know for sure.
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