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The STS FAQ collects questions and answers related to the real STS, not the various available addons.
Communications
What is the purpose of the Ku-Band antenna?
The Ku-Band antenna gets used for:
- High speed communication with ground stations
- Communication with the TDRSS.
- As rendezvous radar for tracking the rendezvous target.
How is the RMS arm attached in the cargo bay while launch and reentry?
The RMS arm is held in place by a set of mechanic latches.
Thermal protection system
If there will be a damaged heat shield how will the crew change it?
Currently, there's no no way to repair the orbiter's heat shield or thermal protection system. The TPS consists of both thermal blankets, silica tiles and reinforced carbon carbon(RCC) nosecap and wing leading edge panels.