At bottom, we’ve posted a YouTube video explainer of this last inspection event — before she becomes “humanity’s eyes” into the vast inky deep of the wide cosmos.
And at right is one of our dozens of legacy graphics — for this fine, long-planned mission space telescope. Here’s the latest on the final confirm, that her “eyes” are… 20/20 [or better, in fact]:
…The primary mirror for NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has passed its final inspection. On May 20 and 21, engineers at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., confirmed that no specks fell onto the mirrors during testing and that there are no defects in the coating or alignment. With this milestone complete, the primary mirror is ready for its next view: space….
“The Roman engineering team laid eyes on the telescope for the final time before it, in turn, becomes the eyes of humanity, revealing the wonders of the cosmos,” said J. Scott Smith, the Roman telescope manager at NASA Goddard. “It is a profoundly humbling moment to witness the culmination of hard work from so many dedicated individuals, teams, and partner organizations, including L3Harris.”
On May 20, engineers turned the Roman observatory onto its side and deployed the “hood” that will be stowed for launch to protect the mirror. Then the team conducted a meticulous visual inspection to ensure no specks fell onto the mirrors during testing and confirm there are no changes in the mirror path and alignment….
Onward, to a baby ice skating “recital”, this afternoon… smile.
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