Payload Fairing
AssemblyClamshell aerodynamic shroud, ~5.2 m diameter, protecting the payload through max-q and jettisoned at ~110 km where heating falls below 1,135 W/m². A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Payload Fairing
1 top-level line as of r117576| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairing Half 5 parts | orbital-launch-vehicle-fairing-half | 2× | 2 | 0 | assembly |