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This is one of two simulated solar panels from a full-scale replica of the Infrared Astronomical Satellite. Ball Brothers Aerospace Corporation constructed this replica, with assistance from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Perkin-Elmer and the Netherlands Aerospace Agency. Reconstruction began in mid-1986 using backup and leftover parts, with some new components.
IRAS and these solar panels were donated to the Museum by the Ball Corporation in April 1987.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
SPACECRAFT-Uncrewed-Instruments & Payloads
Manufacturer
Ball Aerospace Systems Division Dimensions
Overall: 4 ft. long x 4 ft. 6 in. wide x 1 in. tall (121.92 x 137.16 x 2.54cm) Materials
Metal support
simulated silicon solar cells (print media)
adhesives Inventory Number
A19870107001
Credit Line
Gift of Aerosystems Division, Ball Corporation
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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