The Cold Atom Lab Is Ready for Launch

Two technicians in white cleanroom suits and hairnets are working in a brightly lit cleanroom. One technician, seen from behind, is guiding a large, rectangular white payload labeled "CAL" towards the open hatch of a cylindrical spacecraft module, which is covered in shiny thermal insulation. A yellow and black striped crane arm with "SWL 250 Kg" is visible above the payload, assisting in its movement. The cleanroom walls are white and feature several ventilation grates.

The Cold Atom Lab has been integrated into the Cygnus spacecraft in advance of its May 20th launch from the Wallops Flight Facility.The top image shows the Cold Atom Lab being loaded into the Cygnus spacecraft. The bottom image shows the Cold Atom Lab stowed aboard Cygnus.

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