cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/51775441
Roman telescope deploys solar array and communication systems, powers on Coronagraph Instrument
a month ago by threelonmusketeers to c/astronomy
InternetCitizen2 5 points a month ago
Same. I am surprised that the orbit didn't decay. I guess they really don't build things like they used to anymore.
PancakesCantKillMe 8 points a month ago
It’s that Roman concrete. In space.
ToastedRavioli 2 points a month ago
Putting NASA equipment on a SpaceX booster is about as sensible as transporting your newborn baby in a cybertruck. It might go okay, but it also may end in a firey disaster
threelonmusketeers 2 points a month ago
SpaceX booster is about as sensible as transporting your newborn baby in a cybertruck
Is it? The Falcon family of rockets is probably the most reliable operational launch vehicle at the moment.
wyldrstallyns 2 points a month ago
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The more I learn about the Romans the more I realize how advanced they really were!
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