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Preparations are continuing to install the forward reaction control system (FRCS). Technicians have about 15 thermal blankets to install along with carrier panels and testing of a radio frequency wave guide in the FRCS cavity prior to installing the FRCS. Systems testing continues to prepare the orbiter for the upcoming August mission. The main engine controller on engine one was removed last Friday after a problem with its internal power supply was discovered. Another controller is being shipped to KSC and is scheduled to arrive this week. The engine flight readiness test (FRT) will be conducted after the spare controller has been installed. ATLANTIS (OV 104) - OPF BAY 2 The check valve line in the main propulsion system (MPS) was installed and passed the leak test. Preparations are underway today for the test of the MPS helium regulators. The regulators regulate the amount of helium pressure to the main engines during powered flight. The test is scheduled to be conducted Wednesday through Friday. Deservicing of one of the water coolant loops is continuing along with orbiter modifications. Technicians are scheduled to install the rudder speed brake's power drive unit today and tomorrow. The PDU directs the speed brake hydraulically. COLUMBIA (OV 102) - OMRF Removal of cold plates is continuing today along with scheduled orbiter modifications and inspections. STS-26 SOLID ROCKET MOTORS - RPSF Yesterday, the left aft skirt was transferred from the Assembly and Refurbishment Facility to the Rotation Processing and Surge Facility. The forward center segments are scheduled to arrive later this week. Current Kennedy Space Center Shuttle Status 0..Return to Previous Menu 1..Return to Spacelink Main Menu 2..KSC SHUTTLE PROCESSING REPORT FOR - Tuesday Feb. 23 1988 (...) Enter your choice: 0 Current NASA News 0..Previous Menu 1..Main Menu (...) Enter your choice: 1 NASA Spacelink Main Menu 1. Log Off NASA Spacelink 2. 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