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Jack Dahlgren
30-Jan-2012, 12:08
Anyone seen one of these on ebay or surplus shed?

The problem is probably going to be finding the film loader.

More details here: http://www.nro.gov/foia/declass/GAMHEX/Journal%20Article_2012_Looking%20Closer_web.pdf
Leigh
30-Jan-2012, 12:20
That's amazing.

I remember when you couldn't even mention NRO.

- Leigh
Drew Bedo
30-Jan-2012, 12:29
Does the Hubble Telescope only take pictures of stars?
Leigh
30-Jan-2012, 12:40
Yes.

It's near-focus performance doesn't match that of modern lenses that are pointed down. It's optimized for infinity focus.

When they put the Hubble mirror out for bid, Perkin-Elmer said they could provide a somewhat larger one from stock. :eek:

- Leigh