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The Infrared Space Observatory (ISO) is an astronomical satellite launched in November 1995. Its infrared observations, which address...



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Figure 1.Infrared Space Observatory (ISO) satellite at the test facility of the European Space Agency (ESA), before shipment to Kourou, French Guyana, for launch. Clearly visible are the solar panels, the payload module at the bottom, and its connecting rods to the service module. The two redundant star trackers are attached to the payload module, on the right side of the spacecraft. (ESA/ISO)