Galileo Tape Recorder Is Working
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A test of the tape recorder onboard the Galileo spacecraft conducted Friday, October 20, was successful, project officials report. On command, the tape recorder moved and read its tape in a normal manner.
The investigation team will now focus on developing a conditioning plan and new constraints for use of the tape recorder that will maximize its reliability for future operations. "The recorder's performance has been anomalous and, therefore, substantial new efforts must now be taken to protect against future difficulties," said Galileo Project Manager William J. O'Neil.