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The Space Telescope: Eyes above the Atmosphere.

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Field, George; Goldsmith, Donald – Mercury, 1990

The Hubble Space Telescope project is described. Discussed are the project directors, construction, launch, deployment, hazards, rationale, and hope of the project. (CW)

Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Earth Science, Higher Education

The Hubble Space Telescope: Problems and Solutions.

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Villard, Ray – Mercury, 1990

Presented is the best understanding of the flaw discovered in the optics of the Hubble Space Telescope and the possible solutions to the problems. The spherical aberration in the telescope's mirror and its effect on the quality of the telescope's imaging ability is discussed. (CW)

Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Earth Science, Higher Education