The Orbiter Columbia disintegrated on re-entry on Saturday, February 1, 2003. This talk discusses the work that was performed at SwRI during the Columbia investigation, sponsored by both NASA and the Columbia Accident Investigation Board. The presentation will include high-speed video of foam impact tests and computer animations of numerical simulations of impact.

WHEN: Wednesday May 18, 6:00pm-8:30pm (Social 6:00pm, Dinner 6:30pm, Presentation 7:30pm)

WHERE: SKYLER'S RESTAURANT HISTORIC DOWNTOWN, Savannah, 225 East Bay Street

COST: Tickets are $18 for members, $22 for Non-members, $15 Students.

MENU: Mongolian Beef or Lemongrass Chicken & Savannah Crabcake Combo, or Sautéed Flounder

DEADLINE: Reserve your ticket by Tuesday Noon, May 17 2005

CONTACTS: Tickets available from Shelly Brimmeier (x26508, ABC) or any AIAA Officer

Drawing will be held for door prize