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The Zenit-3SL vehicle is fully integrated and ready for transfer from the Sea Launch Commander to the Odyssey Launch Platform. An orange hose connects the payload unit to the airconditioning system, to ensure the satellite has consistent temperature and pressure at all times. Large yellow brackets connected to cables attach to points on the first and second stages for lifting up to the hangar on the platform. |
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The lifting operation gets underway. |
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When the cranes lift the rocket up to the hangar, the rocket is lowered onto the transport-erector.
(Sea Launch photos by Don Domonoske) |
