NASA | SLIC: The Unsung Hero of Hubble SM4

The video tutorial discusses the role of carriers in space missions, focusing on their structural and electrical support for the Hubble Space Telescope. It highlights the challenges faced during launch, such as load isolation and thermal control. The tutorial details the carriers used in Servicing Mission 4, including the mule, flight support system, and the innovative Slick carrier. Slick, a lightweight composite carrier, enables the transport of new instruments like the Widefield Camera 3. The video also covers the rigorous testing Slick underwent and the knowledge transfer to other space exploration programs.

Explain the role of the 'orbital replacement unit carrier' in the servicing mission.

What testing procedures were implemented to ensure the carrier's durability during launch?