Boeing maps control software changes to fix Delta III

Boeing engineers have developed changes in the control software for the new Delta III space launch vehicle that they believe can handle an unexpected roll mode blamed for the Aug. 26 failure of the first Delta III. "The roll instability which led to the Delta III failure can be corrected by a change...

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