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James Webb Space Telescope Cold Side

James Webb Telescope seen from its left (or port) side. This view shows part of the top of the telescope’s multi-layered sunshield, its primary mirror, and mirror support struts.
This illustration shows the cold side of the Webb telescope, where the mirrors and instruments are positioned.
  • Release Date
    April 27, 2015
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    Image: NASA, ESA, CSA, Northrop Grumman

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Aug 28, 2025
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Laura Betz
NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center
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laura.e.betz@nasa.gov

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NASA, ESA, CSA, Northrop Grumman

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