Launch of Europe’s ATV delayed one day

The European Space Agency (ESA) is delaying launch of an Ariane 5 carrying the Automated Transfer Vehicle until March 9. The 24-hour slip is linked to technical concerns ESA has about the ATV/Ariane 5 launcher separation system. Technicians found potential problems with the ground straps located in...

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