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NASA image shows NEO Surveyor telescope’s large sunshade

NASA released an image on Oct. 26, 2026, showing a technician examining the sunshade for its Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission. The structure measures 20 feet (6 meters) in height and 8 feet (2.4 meters) across its base. Its purpose is to keep the infrared space telescope cool during searches for near-Earth asteroids.

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NASA image shows NEO Surveyor telescope’s large sunshade
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What to know

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    The sunshade is 20 feet (6 meters) tall, with a base 8 feet (2.4 meters) wide.

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    It will help the infrared space telescope stay cool while searching for near-Earth asteroids.

Why it matters

The sunshade supports NEO Surveyor’s search for near-Earth asteroids by helping its infrared space telescope remain cool.

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