The European Automated Transfer Vehicle Jules Verne has developed a glitch in its propulsion system. Sensors aboard the cargo vessel detected a difference in pressure between the oxidizer and the fuel systems.. The problem has shut down seven of the 28 attitude control jets and one of the vehicle’s four engines.
Engineers are assessing the problem and say they are not worried. They are confident the ATV will be able to successfully rendezvous and dock with the International Space Station, where it will delivery cargo and supplies to the crew.
The BBC has a full story, as does Spaceflight Now.
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