Our World: Hubble Clothing: Thermal Protection Blankets
Learn about the protective blankets on the Hubble Space Telescope. This NASA eClips video describes the outer shell material of the Hubble Space Telescope. Because Hubble is exposed to extreme temperatures in space, NASA scientists had to find a way to protect the telescope from the harsh environment. This video explains what material is used and how the thermal material helps protect the telescope.
Background Information
Grades K through 5
- NASA Hubble Space Telescope
- NASA Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Mission 4 New Thermal Blanket Layer
- NASA Hubblesite: Resources for Learners
- NASA The Hubble Space Telescope Inspires Wonder
- NASA What is the Hubble Space Telescope?
Grades K through 8
- NASA Custom-Made Blankets for a World-Class Observatory
- NASA Hubble Inspires: Online Activities
- NASA Hubblesite: Activities
- NASA Hubblesite: Hubble's Instruments Including Control and Support Systems
- NASA Improving Hubble's Space Armor
- NASA eClips NASA's Our World: Rose Colored Glasses - A New Camera for Hubble
Activities
Grades K through 5
- NASA 3D Models of the Hubble Space Telescope
- NASA Hubble Careers
- NASA eClips Our World: Hubble History
Grades K through 8
- NASA Hubble: Additional Resources
- NASA NASA's Great Observatories
- NASA What Did Hubble See on Your Birthday?
Other
Grades K through 5