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Ignition! Scale Models of the SLS Boosters and Core Stage Engines

The 2-percent scale models of the SLS boosters and core stage engines are ignited for a 100 millisecond, hot-fire test.
The 2-percent scale models of the SLS boosters and core stage engines are ignited for a 100 millisecond, hot-fire test.

The 2-percent scale models of the SLS boosters and core stage engines are ignited for a 100 millisecond, hot-fire test. The test was used to validate the design of the models.

Image credit: NASA/MSFC

› Image: Two-percent scale models of the SLS solid rocket boosters and core stage RS-25 engines› Image: Scale model sizes compared› Concept: RS-25 engines power Space Launch System