In order to carry out its mission, several innovative and powerful new technologies ranging from optics to detectors to thermal control systems have been developed.

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Webb Innovations

The James Webb Telescope is having a unique and profound role in transforming our understanding of astrophysics and the origins of galaxies, stars, and planetary systems.  In order to carry out its mission, several innovative and powerful new technologies ranging from optics to detectors to thermal control systems have been developed.

Visit the pages below or Download "Webb Spinoffs" (pdf) to learn more about how technology developed for this space telescope has been used to improve life on Earth.