Technology

The James Webb Space Telescope will have a unique and profound role in transforming our understanding of astrophysics and the origins of galaxies, stars, and planetary systems.  In order to carry out its mission, several innovative and powerful new technologies ranging from optics to detectors to thermal control systems are being developed.

	The Observatory (What are the different parts of this Observatory?)
	The Instruments (What instruments are on the telescope?)
	Innovations (What are the new and innovative technologies are being used?)