Nimbus-A, Weather Satellite - a photo on Flickriver

            Nimbus-A, an advanced meteorological satellite, was launched August 28, 1964, from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, on a Thor-Agena B launch vehicle. The satellite was designed in two sections. The lower circular ring housed the meteorological sensors and electronics. The upper hexagonal section contained the altitude control system and had two solar panels with 10,500 individual panels on each side. Nimbus-A weighed 830 lbs. and was comprised of 40,000 components. The satellite was built by General Electric Company and remained operational until September 23, 1964.

Image # : 64-Nimbus

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Taken on: August 9, 1964

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Nimbus-A Meteorological satellite

Thor-Agena B

Weather Satellite

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