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ATK and NASA Perform Final Ground Test for Space Shuttle Program

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Monday, March 1st, 2010

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Alliant Techsystems [ATK] and NASA Feb. 25 successfully performed the final ground test of a reusable solid rocket motor (RSRM) for the Space Shuttle program at ATK's Promontory, Utah facility. The test marks the completion of a 30-year program that continuously improved the RSRM's performance and safety features. With the completion of today's test, ATK is ready to usher in the next generation of space exploration. The space shuttle is scheduled to retire this year after completing four additional flights.…

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