Solar Dynamics Observatory
Launch Date: Feb. 10, 2010
Launch Window:
10:26 – 11:26 a.m. EST
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SDO is Readied for Launch
The Solar Dynamics Observatory spent months in testing and preparation before being placed atop an Atlas V for launch.
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Liftoff of WISE!
A Delta II lofts the WISE space telescope into space to view the universe with infrared eyes.
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WISE Webcast
Go behind the scenes to see how the Delta II rocket and the WISE space telescope are prepared for launch on this exciting mission to view space through infrared eyes.
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Technology Demonstration Satellites Head into Orbit
A pair of space technology satellites launched aboard a Delta II from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla.
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Liftoff! GOES-O Begins Mission
The GOES-O satellite launches aboard a United Launch Alliance Delta IV rocket.
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