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Spektr-R
The world's largest space radio telescope.
Mission Overview
A 10-meter radio telescope designed to study black holes, pulsars, and the structure of our galaxy with incredible precision.
Learning from History
"Its dish was made of 27 carbon-fiber petals that unfolded in space like a giant flower."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Country | Russia |
| Type | Observatory |
| Destination | High Earth Orbit |
| Status | Decommissioned |
| Rocket | Zenit-3F |