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Shuttle solid rocket motor test fired
Posted: June 14, 2004

This video selection shows the June 10 ground-based firing of a space shuttle solid rocket booster in Utah. The following video clips are available to Spaceflight Now Plus subscribers. Find out how to get your subscription.

Test firing
A full-scale space shuttle solid rocket booster is fired in Utah to conduct 76 test objectives, including a modification that slightly changes the shape of the propellant in a segment of the motor. (2min 11sec file)
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Side shot
This side-view shows the entire duration firing of the shuttle SRB. (2min 19sec file)
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Front view
A camera mounted near the booster's nose provides this stunning view of the test firing. (2min 21sec file)
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Nozzle view
This remarkable footage shows a close-up view of the booster nozzle as it moves during the firing. (2min 22sec file)
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Long-range view
A more picturesque view of the firing is captured by this camera located away from the firing site. (2min 16sec file)
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