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From: al@aurora.UUCP (Al Globus)
Newsgroups: sci.space
Subject: Re: Re: Space Telescope
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Date: Fri, 24-Oct-86 21:54:32 EST
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>> Will the ST ever be pointed at the Earth?
> 

I'm not absolutely sure, but while I was reviewing some of the ST
software I remember that the cover closed automatically when
viewing a bright object (such as the Sun or even the Earth) to
protect telescope electronics.  If my memory is correct, then
the ST cannot be pointed at Earth without ruining it.

Al Globus
Sterling Software