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Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in Earth orbit. Image taken from space shuttle Atlantis during mission STS-125, the fifth and final servicing mission to the HST. Two new instruments were added to the telescope, the Cosmic Origins Spectrograph and the Wide Field Camera 3. Maintenance performed during the mission, including the addition of new insulation and replacing gyroscopes, will allow the telescope to function until at least 2014. Photograph taken on 19 May 2009, flight day 9 of the mission
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This print captures the awe-inspiring Hubble Space Telescope (HST) in all its glory as it orbits Earth. Taken from space shuttle Atlantis during mission STS-125, this image marks the fifth and final servicing mission to the HST. The telescope received two new instruments, namely the Cosmic Origins Spectrograph and the Wide Field Camera 3, enhancing its capabilities for astronomical exploration. The dedicated maintenance performed during this mission ensured that the HST would continue functioning until at least 2014. This included adding new insulation and replacing gyroscopes, vital components that enable precise positioning of the telescope. As one of humanity's greatest observatories, this technological marvel has revolutionized our understanding of space since its launch in 1990. From capturing breathtaking images of distant galaxies to unraveling mysteries about black holes and dark matter, the HST has been instrumental in expanding our knowledge of the universe. This photograph was taken on May 19th, 2009, on flight day nine of the mission. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in pushing beyond earthly boundaries to explore realms far beyond our reach. With Earth delicately framed below against a backdrop of endless stars, this image reminds us of our place within an ever-expanding cosmos and inspires us to continue reaching for new frontiers in space exploration.
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