Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Q-ball on top of the Saturn V was able to sense vital flight information using several air pressure sensors. But up until the moment of launch, these air pressure sensors had to be covered up. Then, at the exact moment of launch, the cover had to be removed 100% reliably. David Shomper was in charge of ensuring this for every launch.
The Q-ball on top of the Saturn V was able to sense vital flight information using several air pressure sensors. But up until the moment of launch, these air pressure sensors had to be covered up. Then, at the exact moment of launch, the cover had to be removed 100% reliably. David Shomper was in charge of ensuring this for every launch.
