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Space Shuttle Program Historic Properties 6-39
NASA Kennedy Space Center
parachutes, and automated checkout. It is also where the steering elements of the thrust
vector control system are assembled and tested, and where the explosive devices
(ordnance) for booster separation are installed.
Photo 6.30. SRB ARF Manufacturing Building, north and west elevations.
(Source: Archaeological Consultants, Inc., 2006)
The building is constructed of concrete block, with the exception of the east wall which is
poured concrete with steel reinforcements, partially faced with metal sheeting. The
168,014 ft 2 structure has a poured concrete slab floor and a flat, built-up roof. The design
of the Manufacturing Building features a central high bay and three-story wings to the
north and south. It contains a machine shop, preparation areas, painting booths, finishing
areas, and an assembly checkout zone. Two cranes are located in the main area and one
within the machine shop. The supporting Chiller Building is situated to the north.
Photo 6.31. SRB ARF Manufacturing Building, lifting crane.
(Source: Archaeological Consultants, Inc., 2006)
October 2007
Archaeological Consultants, Inc.