HERSCHEL SPACE TELESCOPE

Image 1: Herschel's telescope will collect infrared radiation from distant stars. Image shows telescope, vessel containing liquid helium cryostat (narrow, middle part), and service module at the bottom. Image Credit: ESA More Information: ESA home page Image 2: Herschel primary reflector after brazing at the Boostec facilities in Tarbes, France. (2004) Image Credit: EADS Astrium - D. Marques More Information: Herschel overview