Solar Panel Installation for Lunar Probe
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- Photograph
- 1960-09-22
- Overhead view of technician examining individual solar panel marked "QUAD 2" with visible solar cell grid pattern. Technician in white shirt works at table with the rectangular solar array panel showing regular pattern of dark photovoltaic cells. Behind the technician, the spherical Pioneer spacecraft body visible with partial solar paddle installation showing pinwheel configuration. Additional workspace and assembly materials visible in background including protective covering and other equipment. Detailed view of both completed spacecraft and individual components during final assembly phase.