Microwave Anisotropy Probe

Technical Information About MAP for the Layman

Are you one of the many who tried perusing the technical information page, only to discover that it was a bit over your head? Not to worry -- this page will help satisfy your curiosity, in more layman's terms.

MAP Structure

The Structure of MAP


Launch

The Launch


Trip to L2

The Trip to L2


On Orbit

Once MAP is there


Next

What Happens Next?


Error Control

Error Control on the MAP Satellite


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Last updated: Friday, 05-21-1999