High-Level Project Summary
We developed an origami paper model artwork that showcases the James Webb space telescope which allows us to move back in time; using paper, yellow glitter paper, scissors, glue, black card stock.Our model helps us to understand the complexity and design of Webb's engineering hardware deployment and its aesthetics. Our structure showcases the main parts of the Webb design which includes the primary mirror, secondary mirror, sunshield .It's Primary mirror is made of yellow glitter paper and white paper, the secondary mirror comprises of black card stock, the supporting rods are made of black paper tubes and the sunshield of cardboard. We aim to create a nature friendly version of Webb.
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Detailed Project Description
We have created an origami paper model that resembles NASA's James Webb space telescope. Paper, yellow glitter paper, scissors, glue, black card-paper, and a hot glue gun were used in this project. Yellow glitter paper and white paper were used to make the primary mirror. The supporting rods are composed of black paper tubes and the secondary mirror is made of black card-paper. While the sunshield is made of foam board. Our project is a scale replica of the James Webb Space Telescope, which will search for the first galaxies in the early cosmos and see through dusty clouds to see stars creating planetary systems. The actual James Webb Space Telescope will examine every period of cosmic history using infrared light, which the human eye cannot perceive. The telescope's four scientific equipment are specifically intended to collect infrared light and will be able to glance through cosmic dust to observe objects that are colder or farther away. We intend to create a replica of it using the artistic origami technique to appreciate its exquisite and intricate design.
Space Agency Data
The NASA space agency gave us detailed information about the basic structure and functional units of the James Webb Space Telescope. It gave us a general overview of how to create the origami from scratch. The European space agency provided us with the dimensions and numbered details of the actual telescope which we then used reference for the origami. The honeycomb like structure inspired us to create the origami in layers.
Hackathon Journey
The space apps was an overall fun way to learn about the different ways things are created and their structure. As teens we were delighted to find out that NASA was encouraging youth friendly challenges that also includes group collaborations with different people from around the world. We started off by researching all the basic needs and facts which were required for building the origami, we then proceeded to note down the descriptions of the project. We faced setbacks with strong group support and help from other space agencies. We would like to thank NASA for this opportunity to take part in a virtual competition, our team members for their unwavering unity and our mentor for introducing us to this platform
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