How the James Webb Space Telescope Was Engineered
Real Engineering · Explainer · 31 min · 2021 · YouTube title: The Insane Engineering of James Webb Telescope
Why it's here
HN recommends it as an accessible in-depth explanation of how Webb works and why its deployment was remarkable.
What it covers
Real Engineering explains the engineering behind the James Webb Space Telescope, including its folding mirror, sunshield, orbit and cooling systems, and why deployment was so difficult.