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James Webb Space Telescope (JWST): The First Light MachineThe James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), expected to launch in 2011, will study the origin and evolution of luminous objects, galaxies, stars, planetary systems and the origins of life. It is optimized for near infrared wavelength operation of 0.6-28 micrometers and will have a 5 year mission life (with a 10 year goal). This presentation reviews JWST's science objectives, the JWST telescope and mirror requirements and how they support the JWST architecture. Additionally, an overview of the JWST primary mirror technology development effort is highlighted.
Document ID
20090022132
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Presentation
Authors
Stahl, H. Philip
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 24, 2013
Publication Date
October 9, 2008
Subject Category
Instrumentation And Photography
Report/Patent Number
MSFC-2150
Report Number: MSFC-2150
Meeting Information
Meeting: James Webb Space Telescope (JWST): The First Light Machine
Location: Springfield, OH
Country: United States
Start Date: October 9, 2008
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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