JWST Component Looks Like a Massive Gold Spider

JWST Component Looks Like a Massive Gold Spider

The OSIM is critical for developing the next-generation telescope

  • Space
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • July 6th, 2012
JWST Optical Instruments Prepared for Testing

JWST Optical Instruments Prepared for Testing

Simulations will determine whether they are ready for their mission

JWST Items Exposed to the Coldness of Space

JWST Items Exposed to the Coldness of Space

New tests are currently being conducted in a special chamber

JWST Elements Undergo Testing at GSFC

JWST Elements Undergo Testing at GSFC

The spacecraft is destined to replace Hubble as NASA's flagship telescope