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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.