Final testing of the Ku-band antenna system and final inspections of the orbiter's radiator and payload bay are scheduled in preparation for next Monday's transfer of Endeavour to the Vehicle Assembly Building. Functional tests of the waste collection system are scheduled this week. Preparations for the payload premate test continue. Next week, main engine installation begins followed by heat shield installation. Access platforms continue to be installed in and around Atlantis as technicians proceed with standard receiving inspections.
Preparations are under way for orbiter power system validations tomorrow.
Workers are also occupied with efforts to deconfigure the orbiter from the recent ferry flight setup. The system will reply with a confirmation via e-mail of each subscription.