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Rocket Engine, Liquid, Apollo Service Module Reaction Control System, Mockup

Click to open image viewer. Shown here is a mock-up of a reaction control system (RCS) engine developed for use on the Apollo Service Module. RCS thrusters like this one were mounted externally in ...
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Here’s an unprecedented look at Apollo 13’s damaged service module

NASA’s famous Apollo 13 mission launched 50 years ago, and on April 14 the oxygen tank on its service module exploded. As you undoubtedly know, the mission’s Moon landing was canceled after the ...