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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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