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Explore the key components of a space observation system, from primary and secondary mirrors to instruments and detectors, detailing their functions and construction. Written by Robin Lafever from LBNL in July 2002.
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The Model Secondary Mirror Hexapod Bonnet Door Assembly Main Baffle Assembly Secondary Metering structure Solar Array, ‘Sun side’ Primary Mirror Optical Bench Solar Array, ‘Dark side’ Instrument Metering Structure Instrument Radiator Tertiary Mirror Instrument Bay CCD detectorsNIR detectorsSpectrographFocal Plane guiders Cryo/Particle shield Fold-Flat Mirror Spacecraft ACS CD & H Comm Power Data Solid-state recorders Shutter Hi Gain Antenna
Sun side Robin Lafever LBNL July 2002