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Hubble Space Telescope in orbit, artwork
Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in orbit over the Earth, artwork. The HST is an astronomical satellite in orbit around Earth. It observes stars, galaxies and other astronomical objects in wide ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum from infrared and ultraviolet to visible light. The HST is a collaboration between NASA and the European Space Agency, and is one of NASAs Great Observatories. Named after the American astronomer Edwin Hubble, it was launched by the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1990, and orbits at a height of around 600 kilometres
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© Detlev van Ravenswaay
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This artwork captures the awe-inspiring Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in orbit around our beautiful planet Earth. The HST, a remarkable collaboration between NASA and the European Space Agency, is an astronomical satellite that has revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, this technological marvel observes stars, galaxies, and various celestial objects across a vast range of the electromagnetic spectrum. From capturing infrared and ultraviolet light to visible light, it unveils breathtaking images that expand our knowledge of astrophysics. Named after the renowned American astronomer Edwin Hubble, this extraordinary machine was launched into space by the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1990. It gracefully orbits at an altitude of approximately 600 kilometers above Earth's surface. The HST stands as one of NASA's Great Observatories—a testament to human ingenuity and scientific progress. Its presence in space symbolizes humanity's insatiable curiosity about the cosmos and its relentless pursuit of knowledge. Detlev van Ravenswaay's artistic rendition beautifully portrays this iconic research satellite against a backdrop of infinite possibilities. This illustration serves as a reminder that we are but tiny specks in a vast universe waiting to be explored—an eye in space peering into distant realms beyond imagination.
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