falling foam is said to have led to the shuttle "discovery" over texas it happened long enough into the flight that it shouldn't be a problem at all. >> it's probably a piece of foam about maybe 8 by 10 inches that comes off well after the area of concern from an impact of the orbiter standpoint. >> they will still carefully check for shuttle damage during long career, "discovery" has lifted to space the hubble space telescope into orbit and space craft that carried astronaut john glenn when he returned to space in 199. this time "discovery's" mission involves carrying a compartment for supplies for the space station. it also has a special passenger on board or something. robonaut 2. r 2 for short. it is a prototype designed to help astronauts perform chores or dangerous assignments in space. now, the standoff in wisconsin. state police there trying to