These are the solar panels from a 1:5 scale model of the Hubble Space Telescope fabricated by the Lockheed Missile and Space Company, the contractor responsible for building the flight spacecraft. The model (Catalogue #19830233000) depicts the exterior shell of the spacecraft as well as the exterior assemblies required for its operation. The solar panels are non-functional and appear to be laminated or screened image.
Lockheed Martin gave this object to the Museum in 1983.
Display Status
This object is on display in Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Uncrewed Spacecraft & Parts
Manufacturer
Lockheed Martin Missile and Space Corporation
Dimensions
3-D (Proper Right Solar Array): 234.9 × 99.1 × 7cm, 6.4kg (7 ft. 8 1/2 in. × 3 ft. 3 in. × 2 3/4 in., 14lb.)
3-D (Proper Left Solar Array): 234.9 × 99.1 × 7cm, 6.4kg (7 ft. 8 1/2 in. × 3 ft. 3 in. × 2 3/4 in., 14lb.)
Materials
Paint on unknown surface
Inventory Number
A19830233003
Credit Line
Gift of the Lockheed Missile and Space Corporation
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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