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Return to SSME - Ares V undergoes evaluation into potential switch 
NASASpaceflight.com | by Chris Bergin | Fri, Dec 26
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Constellation engineers are carrying out an evaluation process into a potential option of going back to the SSME (Space Shuttle Main Engine) on the Ares V first stage, which in turn would allow a return to a five segment Solid Rocket Boosters on the giant vehicle.
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