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Atlantis twin solid rocket boosters ignite to propel the spacecraft into orbit at
Cape Canaveral, Florida, May 14, 2010 - A plume of smoke builds at Kennedy Space Centers Launch Pad 39A as space shuttle Atlantis twin solid rocket boosters ignite to propel the spacecraft into orbit. Atlantis primary payload for the STS-132 mission is the Russian-built Mini Research Module-1, which will provide additional storage space and a new docking port for Russian Soyuz and Progress spacecraft aboard the International Space Station
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This print captures the awe-inspiring moment when Atlantis, one of NASA's iconic space shuttles, prepares to embark on its STS-132 mission. Against the backdrop of a clear blue sky at Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39A in Cape Canaveral, Florida, twin solid rocket boosters ignite with tremendous force and determination. The resulting plume of smoke billows around the launch tower as Atlantis propels itself into orbit. The primary payload for this historic mission is the Russian-built Mini Research Module-1, which will enhance storage capabilities and provide a new docking port for Russian Soyuz and Progress spacecraft aboard the International Space Station. As these powerful rocket boosters unleash their immense thrust, they symbolize humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration beyond our earthly boundaries. In this image, we witness not only an extraordinary feat of engineering but also a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration across nations. The mobile launcher platform stands tall beneath Atlantis as it lifts off from Earth's surface with incredible speed and precision. Exhaust plumes trail behind the shuttle as it embarks on its journey through space. This photograph encapsulates both action and motion while showcasing NASA's commitment to advancing human spaceflight. It serves as a reminder that despite being devoid of people in frame, there are countless individuals behind-the-scenes who work tirelessly to make such missions possible – pushing boundaries further each day in our quest to unravel the mysteries of our universe.
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