Any predicitions?

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Any predicitions?

Gary — 11/15/2004 5:36:36 PM (archived)

My predicition is the scramjet will achieve ignition but not produce positive thrust (skin fricition drag greater than engine thrust).

Let's hope I'm wrong and the scramjet performs beyond expectation.

Gary

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NASA X-plane prepares for Mach 10 attempt - David F Mayer - 11/15/2004 5:19:03 PM
- B-52 takeoff is scheduled for about 1PM, Pacific time - Larry J - 11/15/2004 5:30:10 PM
  - Sounds like the launch has been pushed back to 4PM Pacific time - Larry J - 11/15/2004 10:22:32 PM
    - Range window is closing - launch attempt is scrubbed for today - Larry J - 11/15/2004 10:53:31 PM
  - Any predicitions? - Gary - 11/15/2004 5:36:36 PM
    - My prediction is net positive thrust. (n/t) - David F Mayer - 11/16/2004 2:20:08 PM
    - None from me - Larry J - 11/15/2004 6:10:57 PM

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