Deep Space Decoder

Deep Space Diary

Activity 4.2

After launch, Webb journeys through space for 30 days before reaching its ‘parking spot’. During this journey, Webb’s components deploy in a complex sequence. This activity uses Webb’s deployment sequence as the basis for developing visual literacy and coding skills. Prepare students by first completing Activity 3.1: Blueprint for Space – so they are familiar with Webb’s different components – and Activity 3.4: Pack Your Payload, so they understand that Webb is folded up when it is launched.