Asymptotia

I learned from Phil’s blog that (recently launched) Hershel’s official first image has been released:

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Tomorrow is the Big Day. For what? The launch of Planck and Herschel - Major new windows on our universe. Keep your fingers crossed for luck!

They’re on the launch pad right now. See here.

So, what are the missions and objectives of these fine spacecraft, I hear you ask.

Well, from the Planck site:

Continue reading ‘The Big Day!’