Day 3: Rocket Integration
After a long day of work, the rail is now ready for launch and equipped with cameras. All the pyrotechnic systems are tested according to the Esrange safety requirements and installed in the rocket components. The first step was to attach the engine igniters, and the injector assembly was mounted to the engine. In parallel, the fluid system was able to assemble its main valve and also install the pyros. These steps were necessary to begin assembly of the rocket. The engine, fin can, oxidizer tank and recovery segment are already connected. The avionics and nose cone will be added tomorrow.
Once the assembly is complete, the rocket will be placed on the rail for an elevation test of the launcher tomorrow. We also plan to start the fueling process of the intermediate tanks tomorrow.