Hubble Space Telescope

The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) is a space-based observatory launched in 1990 that captures high-resolution images of distant celestial objects and phenomena.

HST collects light from astronomical sources using its large mirror and advanced instruments, including cameras and spectrographs, allowing it to observe in ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared wavelengths.

Hubble has made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe, including determining the rate of expansion of the universe, discovering exoplanets, and capturing the first images of black holes.

Yes, as of October 2023, the Hubble Space Telescope is still operational and continues to provide valuable scientific data and images.

Hubble takes images continuously, with numerous observations conducted each day as part of scheduled science programs.

The Hubble Space Telescope is a joint project between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), managed by the Space Telescope Science Institute.

Hubble's location above Earth's atmosphere allows it to avoid atmospheric distortion and light pollution, providing clearer and more detailed images of celestial objects.

Yes, all scientific data collected by Hubble is publicly available through the Mikulski Archive for Space Telescopes (MAST).

Hubble was originally designed for a mission lasting about 15 years, but it has exceeded expectations and may continue operating into the late 2020s with ongoing servicing missions and upgrades.

Hubble has transformed astronomy by providing key insights into astrophysics, star formation, galaxy evolution, and our understanding of dark matter and dark energy.