The Space X Falcon 9 rocket's Multiplexer-Demultiplexer (MDM) backup computer mal-function could require astronauts to perform work on the outside of the International Space Station also known as a spacewalk.
According to The Independent, NASA verified information Friday that the computer was not picking up commands like it usually does. The administration is currently figuring out if they can fix the computer or install a new one in a process that would require a space walk.
All is not yet lost however as the International Space Station's main computer is working correctly The Independent reported.
Space Exploration Technologies is sending 4,600 pounds of supplies to aide its re-stocking efforts when it launches the Falcon 9 Rocket April 14 bound for the International Space Station via the Space Launch Complex 40 located at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station News Tonight reported Monday.
The engine is still expected to soar at 80 kilometers, and ten times the speed of sound during its four-week journey on the space station News Tonight reported.
The launch was originally scheduled for March until bacteria contamination forced them to delay the travels until at least March 30 Space Flight Now reported.
Machinists were worried the bacteria could cause the rocket to lose gas leading to greater issues for the rocket Space Flight Now reported
Workers were also busy preparing to get the three person staffed the Russian Soyuz spacecraft on its way to the space station March 25, which ended up taking place before the Space X Falcon 9 lifted off.
"Both Falcon 9 and Dragon are in good health; given the critical payloads on board and significant upgrades to Dragon, the additional time will ensure SpaceX does everything possible on the ground to prepare for a successful launch," Space X told Space Flight Now. The dragon is another spacecraft, Space X operates.
