IRAS infrared astronomy satellite

Credit: MARK WILLIAMSON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

Caption: IRAS infrared astronomy satellite on display at the National Space Centre, Leicester, UK. Image shows the sunshade surrounding the telescope aperture which incorporates baffles to reduce internal reflections.

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