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Nitrogen tetroxide service – Orbital Minotaur I User Manual

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Minotaur I User’s Guide

Section 8.0 – Optional Enhanced Capabilities

Figure 8.15-2. UPC Provides Reliable and Demonstrated Hydrazine Servicing for Minotaur

8.16. Nitrogen Tetroxide Service
Under this enhancement, Orbital provides Nitrogen Tetroxide (NTO) loading service for the SV though a
contract to UPC. The scope of this enhancement includes the procurement of NTO, the preparation of
documentation for loading operations, the support of safety and integrated operations meetings, the
provision of equipment needed for SCAPE operation, including personal protection equipment (if
necessary) and NTO transfer cart, and all personnel required to conduct fuel loading operations.
Emergency unloading operations can also be supported if desired.


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