Mirror, Primary Backup, Hubble Space Telescope. Creator: Kodak
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Mirror, Primary Backup, Hubble Space Telescope. Creator: Kodak
This is the backup primary mirror for the Hubble Space Telescope manufactured by the Eastman Kodak Company. The blank for this mirror was fabricated by the Corning Glass Works using their high silicon Ultra Low Expansion Glass (ULE 7971). It consists of two 1-inch glass disks fused to the faces of a thin square eggcrate-like support structure. This support structure creates a mirror that weighs about one-fifth that of a solid piece of the same size but retains required rigidity and stability characteristics
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This print showcases the remarkable backup primary mirror for the iconic Hubble Space Telescope, created by none other than Kodak. Crafted with utmost precision and expertise, this mirror was fabricated by Corning Glass Works using their cutting-edge high silicon Ultra Low Expansion Glass (ULE 7971). The innovative design consists of two 1-inch glass disks fused to a thin square eggcrate-like support structure, resulting in a mirror that weighs only one-fifth of its solid counterpart while still maintaining crucial rigidity and stability characteristics. Displayed at the National Air and Space Museum, this awe-inspiring piece represents the pinnacle of scientific instrumentation. Its significance lies not only in its role as a backup for the Hubble Space Telescope but also as a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. The vibrant colors captured in this photograph highlight both the artistic beauty and scientific importance of this object. As an educational institution dedicated to promoting knowledge about our universe, it is fitting that such an extraordinary artifact finds its home within the Smithsonian Institution's prestigious collection. Through collaboration between Eastman Kodak Company and Corning Glass Works, this masterpiece embodies years of research, engineering excellence, and dedication to pushing boundaries in space exploration technology. It serves as a reminder that even amidst vast cosmic wonders, human innovation continues to propel us forward into uncharted territories.
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