The second generation Wide-Field/Planetary Camera on the Hubble Space Telescope

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Oct 1991

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British Interplanetary Society, Journal (ISSN 0007-094X), vol. 44, Oct. 1991, p. 477-486.

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Optics

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Charge Coupled Devices, Hubble Space Telescope, Mirrors, Panoramic Cameras, Satellite Design, Calibrating, Gradient Index Optics, Orbital Servicing, Spacecraft Contamination, Thermal Vacuum Tests, Ultraviolet Filters

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The general design and principal features of the second generation Wide-Field/Planetary Camera (WFPC-2) for the Hubble Space Telescope are reviewed. The discussion covers the background of WFPC-2 development, science capabilities, key performance parameters, optical and electronic equipment, mechanisms, thermal control, and contamination control. Attention is also given to on-orbit operations, including commanding and telemetry and on-orbit servicing.

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