Roman Telescope’s “Exoskeleton” Passes NASA’s Extreme Centrifuge Trials

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope’s Outer Barrel Assembly underwent rigorous centrifuge testing at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. This crucial component, designed to stabilize temperature and protect against stray light, was tested in parts due to its large size. The tests subjected it to forces over seven times that of Earth’s gravity to ensure it can withstand the extreme conditions of space.

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