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denbot

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2. A kick and a recommendation.

Reply to KY_EnviroGuy (Original post)

Sun Dec 26, 2021, 06:40 AM

Dec 2021

I was a bit surprised when the solar array just popped so close to the final rocket stage. I thought after separation the final engine module was to fire maneuvering rockets push it away from the JWST before it deployed the solar panels.

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Keep track of the Webb Telescope here.... [View all] KY_EnviroGuy Dec 2021 OP

Thanks. Bookmarked. lamp_shade Dec 2021 #1

A kick and a recommendation. denbot Dec 2021 #2

K&R! SheltieLover Dec 2021 #3

TY, KY PJMcK Dec 2021 #4

Neat stuff. I love flying origami...nt mitch96 Dec 2021 #5

I'm not sure I understand the orbit. JohnnyRingo Dec 2021 #6

JR, try watching some of these videos.... KY_EnviroGuy Dec 2021 #8

Thanks! IrishAfricanAmerican Dec 2021 #7