The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) is one of the most influential space observatories ever built. Launched on April 24, 1990, by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), it has provided humanity with breathtaking images and invaluable scientific data, evolving our understanding of the cosmos.
Hubble's position above Earth's atmosphere allows it to capture exceptionally sharp and clear images of distant celestial objects, free from the blurring effects of atmospheric turbulence. Equipped with a range of scientific instruments, including cameras, spectrographs, and detectors, Hubble has observed distant galaxies, nebulae, planets, and stars, unveiling the secrets of the universe.
One of Hubble's landmark achievements was determining the rate of expansion of the universe, known as the Hubble Constant, which provided key insights into cosmic evolution. It has also helped in studying exoplanets, unraveling the mysteries of black holes, and exploring the birth and death of stars.
