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Neil deGrasse Tysonhostexpertise96

Neil deGrasse Tyson argues that space-based telescope arrays could theoretically be made as large as needed if they are manufactured and maintained in space, despite the logistical costs.

“So in space where there is no stress load, because if it's orbiting, then it's just weightless, there's no stress load on the equipment, then nothing stops how big you can make this right.”

StarTalk · Jun 2026 · 3 episodes · 1.9M views on this topic

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