JWST, 50463
Orbit data source: Space-Track
The James Webb Space Telescope, launched in 2021, is the most advanced infrared observatory ever deployed. Positioned at the second Lagrange point (L2), JWST is designed to study the formation of the first galaxies, the atmospheres of exoplanets, and the evolution of stars and planetary systems. Its 6.5-meter segmented mirror and sensitive instruments allow it to peer deeper into the universe’s history than any previous telescope. By extending the legacy of Hubble, JWST is transforming our understanding of cosmic origins and the potential for life beyond Earth.
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Identifier
Orbit
Country
ESARelated business
Manufacturer
NGAS/GSFC
Mission
Operational Civil Astronomy
Bus & Motor
JWST, TR-500 X 4
Mass
6,161 kg wet, 5,861 kg dry
Launch date (UTC)
Launch vehicle
Launch site
Object type
Shape & HBR
Box + 1 Dish + 2 Pan, 10.6 m
Radar Cross Section
66.245 m²
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You can import UDL-sourced sensor .json files into the Sandbox to generate a visibility chart that accounts for multi-vendor sensor geometry.JWST Visibility
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| JWST is likely not visible in the next few days. |
Co-orbital & Co-planar RSOs
Thresholds — Semi-major Axis: ±100 km, RAAN: ±3°, Inclination: ±5°
TCA is derived from TLE conjunctions
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CAUTION: Conjunctions in this section are generated from low-fidelity TLE screenings
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