ARTEMIS II: The Frozen Gamble | Why NASA Just Halted the Countdown

Описание: As of February 1, 2026, the Florida Space Coast is paralyzed. A rare arctic outbreak has officially frozen the $4 billion SLS rocket on Launch Pad 39B, forcing NASA to abandon the original January 31st fueling schedule. In this tactical briefing, we analyze the critical systems currently fighting for survival against record-breaking cold and why the February 8th launch window is now a high-stakes gamble.

[The Technical Hurdles]

The Arctic Hold: Sub-freezing temperatures have pushed the Wet Dress Rehearsal to Monday, February 2nd, at 9 p.m. Eastern.

Water Toxicity: Engineers are currently flushing the Orion capsule's potable water system after elevated organic carbon levels were detected.

Safety Failure: The emergency egress system—the crew's only path to safety during a pad fire—suffered a brake malfunction during recent trials.

The Heat Shield Risk: Analyzing the "Loft" trajectory NASA is using to protect the compromised Artemis I heat shield design.

[Timeline & Windows]

February 2: Targeted 49-hour tanking simulation.

February 8, 10, 11: The only remaining lunar alignment windows for this month.

March 2026: The secondary launch window if the Florida freeze continues.
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