Telescopes of Tomorrow

The video explores the evolution of telescopes, starting with the Hubble Space Telescope and its successor, the James Webb Space Telescope, which will provide deeper insights into the universe using infrared technology. It also covers the Giant Magellan Telescope, which will use adaptive optics to overcome atmospheric challenges, and the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope, which will focus on rapid sky surveys. These advancements aim to answer fundamental questions about the universe and uncover unexpected discoveries.

What significant discoveries were made with the early telescopes?

How does the James Webb Space Telescope differ from the Hubble Space Telescope?

What are the advantages of using infrared wavelengths in astronomy?

What challenges does the James Webb Space Telescope face in observing infrared wavelengths?

What is the purpose of the Giant Magellan Telescope and how does it compare to Hubble?

How does the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) enhance our understanding of the universe?

What are the expected contributions of Webb, GMT, and LSST to the field of astronomy?