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Shuttle approach and simulator for Space Shuttle orbiter
In Downey California a North American Rockwell Space Division simulator replicates a Space Shuttle approach from 35,000 feet. Engineers use the cockpit mockup and a large laser and TV system to study a real sounding approach, using computers to model aerodynamics, velocity, altitude and attitude.
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Downey
Calif
Edwards Air Force Base
Space Division
North American Rockwell
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Edwards Dry Lake
United States
Canada
Baja California
Edwards
North America
North American
Rockwell’s
Na) Space Division