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MTM thermal blankets
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MTM thermal blankets

20/06/2018 1061 views 0 likes 395640 ID

The BepiColombo Mercury Transfer Module is fitted with multi-layer insulation and high-temperature thermal blankets to prepare for the extreme conditions during the journey to Mercury. The Mercury Planetary Orbiter can be seen in the background.

Detail of MPO insulation blanket
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Detail of MPO insulation blanket

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MPO insulation blankets
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MPO insulation blankets

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Hand-sewn insulation blankets
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Hand-sewn insulation blankets

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Sewing MPO insulation blankets
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Sewing MPO insulation blankets

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BepiColombo sunshield
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BepiColombo sunshield

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