cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/51775441
Roman telescope deploys solar array and communication systems, powers on Coronagraph Instrument
https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2026/09/roman-commissioning-update/
https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2026/09/roman-commissioning-update/
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/51775441
6 Comments
atzanteol@sh.itjust.works · 19 pts · 13d
The more I learn about the Romans the more I realize how advanced they really were!
InternetCitizen2@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 13d
Same. I am surprised that the orbit didn't decay. I guess they really don't build things like they used to anymore.
PancakesCantKillMe@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 13d
It’s that Roman concrete. In space.
ToastedRavioli@midwest.social · 2 pts · 12d
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@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 10d
Is it? The Falcon family of rockets is probably the most reliable operational launch vehicle at the moment.
wyldrstallyns@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 2 pts · 12d
fiery*