Why Are there Holes in the James Webb Sunshield? (Explained by My Dad) - Smarter Every Day 270

[@smartereveryday]

When I was a kid my Dad would take me with him when he would "moonlight" and measure parts for people using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). I have one particular memory of him programming a CMM while I was looking at a book we got from the library of the drawings of Leonardo Da Vinci. I've always thought he has a wonderful way of describing complex phenomena and try to mimic his teaching techniques as best I can. I'm very proud of my Dad, and grateful to have been able to make this video with him. I'm also very impressed with the incredible work so many people did to make the James Webb Space Telescope happen. The amount of brute force brainpower that went into making it happen is INCREDIBLE. I dream of a day when we all work together as humans to dare mighty things and work on them together. Thanks for watching Smarter Every Day. It means a lot. Here's the link to the fun JWST shirt if you're interested. I wanted a shirt that had the maximum amount of JWST talking points. L2 Orbit path, sunshields, mirrors.... It's awesome. I commissioned an artist named Penny from the UK to design the graphic for the shirt and we're really happy with how it came out! Here's the link: www.smartereveryday.com/store . I'm not a merch guy, I just genuinely think it's cool and thought you might like to have one.

[@Monkey_D_Luffy56]

You are the coolest family I've ever seen

[@damienwickham5031]

It may mean a lot to you for us watching smarter everyday, I am thankful and feel blessed that you are able to provide us with the most interesting and knowledgeable videos for all these years Thank you Destin for giving us your time and sharing your knowledge with us I love you Destin stay safe

[@loganmitchell]

Already got the shirt! by the way you’re awesome and thanks for all the content.

[@eflyguyandy]

How awesome is that. I only wonder, why did it take so long for you to publish this? Really enjoyed!

[@morten.hekkvang]

Give your father a hug from all of us subscribers, ok? He is awesome!

[@RobertSzasz]

I absolutely LOVE that "the reason I took the job was because this device right here. I never used a 3D laser scanner before". Always keep learning and trying new things.

[@CarnifexPrime]

I worked with a Faro Focus for a few years as a surveyor in my last job. Can confirm, very fun.

[@scallywag1716]

That’s the reason I’ve taken the jobs I’ve had and have. They were all different and a challenge for me. It kind of sucks when you start because of everything you have to learn, but very gratifying

[@zlcoolboy]

Yeah, his dad is so endearing.

[@OyvindBjorgo]

I enjoy how the motivation for so much science related work really boils down to "well, I do this thing because I suddenly was able to try doing something new (with new scientific toys)".

[@spartin1022]

Did he say Faro Focus 3D Scanner? Just like the same device that Aloy attaches to her head in Horizon Zero Dawn/Forbidden West which is also called the Faro Focus. Coincidence, I think Not!

[@JerryRigEverything]

It's super impressive how you bring the human element into such a large project. This whole thing boils down to normal humans (super smart humans) all working together to accomplish something great. One person doesn't know everything, but everyone on the project is important. You do a good job of representing the 'human' aspect of the project. 10/10

[@swety2962]

jerry helloer

[@pattyshrum9409]

It is not important to know everything, but to know where to find the answer. -Albert Einstein P.s. i am sure i butchered that quote

[@SRVarma1993]

Jerry: let's see if the jwst sunshield passes the durability test .... It scratches at a level 2 with deeper groves at level 3

[@TheUltimateWord]

@@SRVarma1993 seems to be doing fine

[@UnnaturalMusicOfficial]

Dude, that last part when your father was looking at his work leave the planet and then saying "I want it to work" just had me in tears. So passionate. So powerful. Congratulations to everyone on the amazing work.

[@parva777]

Same for me man !

[@Turbojonny5]

Well said

[@SeanFalloy]

I know the feeling, watching your hard work go up on a rocket is quite the experience.

[@amediocrerocketleagueplaye9008]

Lame

[@christopherneelyakagoattmo6078]

@UMusic Gotta admit, I think someone was cutting some onions in the kitchen, 'cause I could feel my eyes getting damp. I hope video like this inspires a new generation of Scientists.

[@AnuarAzar]

I can't imagine what your dad felt when it launched, being a part of history, all those years of hard work leaving earth never to come back, changing our perception of the universe in ways we can't begin to comprehend. Your family must be so proud. Great video as always.

[@loturzelrestaurant]

Science-Denial, whetever its relatively-harmless like flat-earth or extremly harmful, is blatantly rising and spreading (a thousand youtubers try to fight-back right now), so we do need more Atheists who respect Science in-Office on all Sizes. KZbinr Telltale argues this case wonderfully, explains the Need in his newest videos and even provides Links for direct help for running-for-Office. Please go and watch. Same for Professor Daves Video about the Discovery Institute, with his end-speech clearly illustrating how deeply connected Religion and Science-Denial are. Countless can attest to the fact that the extremly-important Seperation of State and Church is in literal Danger.

[@dannybell926]

What a Christmas gift huh?

[@robeyler4045]

There are so many layers to this video... A son spending time with his Dad. A Dad watching years of his life leaving the gravity well we call earth. A friend living a dream he never imagined as a child. Outstanding video Destin!

[@ADAAMantium]

the layers of the sunshield

[@furkanunsal5814]

​@@ADAAMantium yes. they are absolutely present too.

[@smijas]

The layers of planning this, what you just saw in one video!

[@10ON10]

*Planning for a video 6 years in advance capturing the vital details and letting the viewers understand in simple way... You and your team have my utmost respect Destin, I have learnt so much from this channel while having fun at the same time, much respect for your dad to work on this prestigious project and explaining everything calmly, and Naveen proud of you - you made all Indians proud!* 🤘

[@clusternate]

How did you got your text written in bold?

[@baconwizard]

@@clusternate *fear the bold text*

[@FrankSalman]

@@baconwizard lol Nice

[@dangson302]

Wait? 2016 was 6 years ago?

[@10ON10]

@@dangson302 Pretty sure 2022-2016 is 6, I may be wrong though... 🙂

[@RealRickCox]

It's incredible to see you doing this with your dad 6 years ago. I wish I had videos of me with my dad. You're a blessed man Destin!

[@smartereveryday]

I feel blessed. I do not take it for granted.

[@southerngrace]

So blessed and obviously acutely aware. Which is awesomeness on a magnitude that bamboozles the basic mind.

[@southerngrace]

@@smartereveryday It is so obvious Destin, man I just enjoy your channel so much. Inspired and greatful. You are awesome and I appreciate it.

[@morten.hekkvang]

@@southerngrace Yes! And we are blessed to have Destin! He makes it possible for us to get to see these things! @SmarterEveryDay thank you!

[@user9b2]

Yes, he was blessed. All of my videos with my dad are stored between my shoulders - old technology do not last unfortunately.

[@willboudon7023]

I lost my dad last year to a 14yr battle with cancer. He was a literal genius when it came to mirrors and optics and even has a few component patents in his name. There is still so much I wanted to learn from him and watching you with your dad and still learning from him really touched my heart!!

[@samlevi4744]

May his memory be a blessing.

[@RajivB.]

God bless his soul😢

[@PascalVerbatim]

The silence your dad engaged in for a couple of seconds at 50:23, where you can see him forming thoughts after launch made me tear up to the brim. You really nailed to capture him so purely. Great work Destin. You and your dad are awesome people. Love you guys. Love your work.

[@DejonckheereWard]

Goosebumps

[@MattWhitmanTMBH]

Your dad is always a welcome addition.

[@Imkrhn]

It's mad looking at an older version of Destin

[@perryallen9058]

@@Imkrhn had to triple take at the thumb nail to figure out which one was him haha

[@bradkeener07]

I love that you watch all of Destin's videos just like the rest of us commoners.

[@MattWhitmanTMBH]

@Brad Keener I'm a for real fan.

[@evankurz2185]

@@MattWhitmanTMBH Big fan of you and Destin! so great!

[@JaydenWorth]

I love how "dad" says "I'd check that before I said it out loud." Just the idea that he knows what he knows, and admits to not knowing what he probably does know but wants to make sure he's displaying accurate info... beautiful and humble. LOVE IT!!

[@twilliamson3]

Accuracy not just in his measurements.

[@ezanchi5422]

Every single aspect of this video is absolutely mind-blowing. Everything from the little marks on the sun-shield to the way the lasers work to the physics aspect of the thermal radiation just makes me want to live 1.000 years to see how Science evolves and improves. Thank you Destin!

[@fukkitful]

Lidar is amazing. It can be used in a jungle environment to view what's hidden under the vegetation.

[@khandimahn9687]

It must have been hard holding on to the footage for all those years. Must feel so good to finally be able to post it... and to be able to point and say "my dad did that."

[@elijahstonesify]

Lol

[@DIYTyler]

50:27 my favorite part of this whole video. A wise man....sometimes silence speaks the loudest. It really seemed like he had something else to say but resorted to patting the back of the places and people around him that he loves. Thanks for sharing Destin!

[@Defensive_Wounds]

Everyone gets to that point, they realise others need the credit at that point in their lives more than him.

[@winklerd]

Also seeing Destin get a little choked up at 49:36 like "you did that Dad"

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

I can't imagine what I would be feeling at that moment.

[@stalwartcomputers5182]

Yeah seeing the emotion,pride,fear in his eyes void of words is a very touching moment that we've all now shared & that's a real human reality we try to hide from many others but more times than not that speaks the loudest words.

[@Joe--]

This!

[@Swoogles]

I grew up without a dad, and I've never been so aware of what that relationship could have provided. Thank you so much for this wonderful video. Both you and your dad do incredible work, and it's so heart-warming to see your relationship.

[@robwmc]

I just saw this today. As I was going through my email today, I saw a headline that said that the first image has finally come in from the James Webb space telescope. The scientists are ecstatic at the first image. Congratulations to your dad on being a big part of our exploration of the universe. Yon have every right to be proud of your dad. I am too!

[@toddeburch]

This was cool to see, Destin! I am a developer for the company that writes SpatialAnalyzer, the software your dad is using to run the instruments and do the 3D analysis! In fact, if this ManTech facility is in Huntsville, about 6 or 7 years ago I think I taught a training class there-your dad looks familiar…and so does this room!

[@lahma69]

Wow, that is really awesome. If you don't mind me asking, what language is SpatialAnalyzer written in? Also, if applicable, what GUI framework does it use? Being a developer myself, I'm always curious what language/framework these types of industrial/engineering/science applications use.

[@toddeburch]

@@lahma69 It’s written in C++/MFC, primarily because it’s 25 years old now. We have a more modern application that does similar things that is written in C#/WPF.

[@davecrupel2817]

@@toddeburch Is there any particular reason you stick with such an old software? Is it simply an "if it ain't broke don't fix it" philosophy? Just curious!

[@toddeburch]

@@davecrupel2817 It is fairly complex and mature, so yes mostly “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” It’s used by Boeing, NASA, Northrop Grumman, Airbus, etc…does it’s job well and tested in industry so no need to change. There are things that SA can do that competitors do not, so it has some unique capabilities.

[@timothyarmstrong5987]

Say Hi to Scotty for me and if you see Tom G. say Hi as well.

[@cheaterman49]

Can we also take a moment to appreciate how 10.3M subs (as of writing this) and many years later, Destin still manages to outdo himself video after video, tirelessly raising the bar to incredible levels? Huge congratulations, you deserve all the good things that happen to you!

[@tylerbradbeer9064]

I have spent years teaching 3D scanning measurement and the animation that you used to show the transformation of your scans to a common reference frame was fantastic. I can't tell you the number of times a simple color coded animation like that would have helped to describe why 3 common references are needed to transform 2 different measurements into the same coordinate system. You and your team do a amazing job of taking complex topics and making them easier to understand.

[@wgmskiing]

"It took two and a half days, but we're good at it now." is so relatable. Great video and fantastic project

[@stephen-boddy]

50:40 "Extraordinary things are done by ordinary people." There is nothing ordinary about your dad, and you have taken after your father. And that launch scene with you two... Last thing that got me emotional like that was watching the 1st Falcon Heavy. Your content is going to inspire ordinary kids to do extraordinary things in the future.

[@jacewhite8540]

The double booster landing, will never forget that

[@thomasthepaintrain8880]

@@jacewhite8540 starship flipping

[@Grandassets]

We need to inspire every kid we come in contact with, we could make this planet work better in a few short generations :)

[@csn583]

@@jacewhite8540 I felt like I was in a video game cut scene, so surreal to see a pair of buildings coming in for landing. (Watched from the Saturn V Center.) It's been thrilling to see vehicles I had a hand in on the road, but I can't imagine sending something to space, nevermind anything of the scale of the JWST. 🤯

[@addisonmartin730]

Destins Dad is a pretty great man, he's always complimenting others work and building them up, plus being humble.

[@Centermass762]

Yep, it's plain to see that he's a good man and good father.

[@ElectricityTaster]

And he's from Alabama.

[@Centermass762]

@@ElectricityTaster yeah, but we forgive him for that. 😉

[@datura_boof]

Bruh 💀

[@jasondoesthings]

Nearly made me cry seeing Destin’s dad watch the launch after all that hard work. Very cool Father / Son episode 👍👍

[@xtr0city]

Hey Destin, as a new dad I can't tell you how much I appreciate your videos. My daughter's only 5 months old but I intend to have her consume and learn from you at every chance we can get. I can't afford to do much for her but education is my highest priority in these extremely early stages of her life. Thank you and your dad for the insane looks at the real world of "science".

[@ThePrufessa]

Add action lab, veritasium, and mathologer to that list as well.

[@risaalshaan]

Don’t force her.

[@kamipls6790]

@@risaalshaan 🙄

[@markmantooth7693]

@@kamipls6790 There is some truth to Risaal comment.

[@Knightfall23]

Lol 5 months old and gonna make her watch KZbin videos

[@parmajohn238]

Your dad, at the end: a man who's dedicated a passion towards another passion; and what is more, a *belief* in the future of mankind; just sitting back in his chair, getting teary eyed, seeing that same dedication and passion pay off; is inspiring. I want that. I want THAT kind of success. Tell him he is awesome for me, please.

[@BJamesThompson]

I couldn't have said it better! I completely agree! He started doing this AFTER he retired as a mechanic. It's never too late.. 😊

[@LunaMapping_KR]

I love how Destin talks about his Dad proudly like he's talking proudly about his child, both are proud of eachother and I love that, imagine your father working on the JWT and then your son meeting the president and much more

[@FedoraSpunk]

That's exactly what I'm thinking while watching this, I love seeing that Destin is noticeably more giddy than usual. Every time he asks his father a question I can hear the grin across Destin's face. I can't wait to raise my own lil' engineer. They're gonna be just as happy I know it.

[@OfficialMarlo]

Lets all be honest here, working on the JWT is the coolest.

[@Lethalweapon21]

And your comment clearly shows how caring you are... Thanks luna for this blessing word.. May God bless you and your family

[@tonym9140]

With how large and apparently fragile that shield is, I was surprised to see it under what appears to be a multi panel drop ceiling more suited to an office. Your videos are outstanding.

[@4mishguy]

That's a cleanroom ceiling. It's fine.

[@Bpf1893]

Drop ceilings are a clean room requirement.

[@Nick_papagiorgio_]

@@Bpf1893 really? What’s the reason,

[@Bpf1893]

@@Nick_papagiorgio_ Has to do with the ventilation requirements. The room can only be as tall as required because the air has to travel farther/faster from the vents to the intakes and can stir up airborne particles. Also helps with humidity and temperature Contorl.

[@wurstenemi]

In the ceuling there are the HEPA filters, in between them there are metal sheets (painted white) and lamps, all in all it looks like a drop ceiling

[@annihilatorg]

The most insane thing is just understanding how big the JWST really is. Doesn't matter how many times you see the mirror array or hear "tennis court", just seeing the shield this close up breaks your head.

[@SangheiliSpecOp]

And its just floating up there in space at this very moment in silence, without anyone to see it :o

[@Mr2winners]

Indeed

[@MissLilyputt]

It’s definitely difficult how large it is just from a description. Seeing them with the shield certainly gives you proper perspective of the size and magnitude they’re dealing with.

[@Pidrittel]

Yeah thats what i thought too. in some shots, i think the perspective tricks your eyes, but nevertheless this thing is insanely huge.

[@DonovanHaumpy]

Tennis court is easy to imagine tho

[@mikepowers171]

This is so cool. I work with my dad at a local airport. He’s the jet pilot and I service the jet when on the ground. I fuel it, move it from hangar to the ramp and most other services. He always jokes about his life being in my hands, but it’s no joke to me. I take that very seriously. Love working with him.

[@cliftonjames785]

Workers like you get under appreciated. I work at amazon as a packer and we're essentially disposable. We're seen as nothing more than a number but hey, it pays the bills

[@KiwiCo]

Your dad inspires us! 💚

[@dimassyifa]

hi kiwico :)

[@RalseiGaming]

hello this is neil cicahega i got locked on my main account and i’m on a said account can you please give me your credit card imforation so i can buy a new microphoen so i can conutnino makining music

[@Nomaditis]

@@RalseiGamingthis is just gold lol 😂😂

[@arielle773]

I wish i could say the same. Ive placed two orders, first arrived broken, Kiwico did replace it, but i had to pay post again? the replacement was totally different totally upsetting my Autistic son who was excited to actually build his robot. Second order, we had to go to electronic store to buy 6 diodes as there were none included (paint spinny thing) plus the high post to Australia. Great Concept. id loved to have continued but being unemployed single parent cannot afford these costly risks. Sad as he was so excited.

[@khaledsaigaa7931]

hi kiwico, and sorry @smartereveryday im using your platform, so kiwico i tried to order from you but you don't do arabic countries (im from algeria ) why???

[@TheScreamingFrog916]

I love how proud you are of your dad, and what he does for a living. I had a dad I could be proud of too, and am grateful for the life he gave our family. Thanks for sharing this interesting, and wonderful story.

[@BRYb0Ss11]

When Naveen talked about how the sun shields direct heat outward due to their precise shape, that blew my mind. I just finished a class in Heat Transfer for my ME undergrad last week. Even though it was a super challenging course for me, I feel like it was kindergarten level compared to what Naveen was doing with heat transfer. It’s crazy seeing incredibly high level engineering being used in the world today.

[@markmcculfor6113]

I'm a freshman in Mechanical Engineering... That's one of the classes I'm worried about lol

[@ahfreebird]

Literally just before that clip, I was asking "why does the shape even matter, as long as it's big enough, who cares?" Then Destin asked the same exact question a few minutes later.

[@aidanf2610]

@@markmcculfor6113 I’m a Junior, taking it next semester… I’m also worried about it haha

[@markmcculfor6113]

@@aidanf2610 I've heard there are worse classes. You're a junior, you're practically graduated, don't worry XD

[@mikeebee8501]

The angle between the layers is critical to the performance of the sunshield, search for “Design and Analysis of V- Groove Passive Cryogenic Radiators for Space-borne Telescopes & Instruments ICES-2020-24”

[@dorisgadson8002]

The look on his face when the rocket took off carrying all his hard work seem like it was about to bring tears to his eyes. Great video thanks for the knowledge Justin.

[@BrightBlueJim]

Now multiply that by the 10,000 people who had a hand in making the whole telescope.

[@mikeh720]

That was, hands down, the best episode of SED yet. Never thought one of your videos would actually get me teary eyed, but the emotion you captured on your Dad's face as the JWST lifted off just brought it. Bravo Destin.

[@itzdan0s477]

This is really special Destin, I could feel the love in the moment between father and son. I could see how proud you are of him and to have learned from such a great person through out your life. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@matthorvath9951]

there was a beautiful moment there, when your dad was overcome with emotion and at a loss for words. Watching the thing he helped build leave this earth forever. Hit me right in the feels.

[@Tesserex]

This is awesome - I specifically asked a question on Reddit recently about the concern of venting air, and no one seemed to have a satisfactory answer. I asked if payloads need to be designed to let the ambient air out into space in a way that doesn't disrupt or damage the sensitive equipment. This video has the exact answer to that.

[@BillCraven]

So I never appreciated before that the sunshield is essentially a multi-wavelength 3d waveguide to direct IR away from the instruments and out to space. Thanks for the video and the explanation.

[@tomorowsnobodys]

Yeah that was the coolest part of the video for me. That and the footage of his dad watching the launch

[@AndyGneiss]

Same here. I'm glad someone else besides me thought of waveguides when hearing these explanations.

[@RCruz]

This part was super cool to hear about. Just the idea of doing this is insane

[@sietuuba]

@@AndyGneiss Yup, same here. Maybe there were descriptions out there that mentioned it as such before but I had not happened to see them. Funny how all these various people, experts in their respective fields, don't necessarily speak the same lingo so the simplest explanation (to me) took this long to find. I wondered why the shield layers would first of all need so many layers, and secondly need that much consideration for tightening, but of course... a waveguide needs two walls at minimum and some precision in them to function properly! Duh!

[@tristanwegner]

Did you ever appreciate that every lens, telescope, mirror etc is a multi-wavelength 3d waveguide?

[@scottnj2503]

Thank you for sharing your Dad with us. My Dad has been and inspiration my whole life. He'll be 89 in a couple weeks, still going strong and remains so to this day.

[@boardluva108]

I'm 2 minutes in and tearing up. Destin, you are unbelievably genuine and I'm so happy that you have the opportunity to do this video with your father. Your kids will one day be in your shoes asking you questions. You make so many people proud.

[@samuelhopely4853]

Two most important things I took away from the first ten minutes of this video: 1. "I don't know, you'll have to ask ____" 2. "That's my understanding." This aligns with everything I've taken away from growing up with this channel. It's always a pleasure to learn from people that truly care about understanding the world around them, and treat the passing on of information with great care.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

That's how you literally get smarter every day. You learn from others.

That final clip with your dad on Christmas day brought a tear to my eye. I can't imagine the knot he must have been feeling in his stomach as you watched the launch together, and the relief and joy was obvious in the footage. Give him a "thank you, and good job" from here in Denmark - the entire team deserves a medal. Thanks so much for this entire video. 👍

[@ahfreebird]

SpaceX Crew Demo-2 and the JWST launch are the only two launches I've watched broadcast live and both gave me that awesome feeling.

[@arglechewyshoe]

I'm a few months late to these comments, but that shot of you and your dad reflecting off the silicone side of the sun shield made me tear up. What a special memory for you and your dad. Congrats

[@arglechewyshoe]

Just got to 47:24, even better. Amazing video

[@cubfan]

Great video Destin. Thanks for putting in all the effort over the years to make it happen. Definitely showed in the finished product.

[@thorn9717]

Hi Cub, can't wait for your HC season 9 episode!

[@stare4539]

Yea

[@name_69420]

you watch this too, wow

[@dasherdoom2902]

Waddup cub nice HC9 Episode. Didnt think I'd see you here

[@baddgeeksquad]

Ee

[@BarelyFunctional69]

So wholesome! I could literally hear the smile on Destin's face the entire time he was talking to his dad, very clear he admires and highly respects his father.

[@la24dogg21]

Yeah then he told his dad and his friend in front of the VBAS to shut up and I felt kinda bad for the dude :/

[@warriordrum]

Admire? He deeply loves his father and is mindful of how important he has been in his life. Destin would be lucky to be able to give his children the same.

[@xyoxus]

@@la24dogg21 He said it surprised, like "Wait a minute" because he had an epiphany, after his friend explained it to him.

[@Pendoza84]

22:54 that animation is top notch! So great to see it explained like this. Amazing job!

[@flyingrobotpig]

It was so well done! Really just made it click

[@chrisf5475]

Clicked on a link because I was curious about some holes, ended up feeling different about so many things. What a genuinely amazing video. Put the science to one side, the work ethic, the passion, and the sense of achievement you’ve captured here. It’s inspiring.

[@ianrobinson509]

One of the most interesting videos I've seen in a very long time. To think that your Dad's work contribution is now hundreds of thousands of miles out in space, successfully deployed, must make him (and you) very proud. Hopefully it will be there for many, many years to come. A true testament to the skill and dedication of all the engineers and scientists who worked on the JWT.

[@ErvahNoir]

This video was almost an hour and I didn't even realize it because of how interesting and amazing this project is! Thank you for showcasing these beautiful moments for us all.

[@datura_boof]

😎

[@kuroshite]

Lol i just realised reading this comment

[@linuxstreamer8910]

it is a smarter every day video i don't care how long it is the quality is always good

[@seanfrank4165]

I didn't believe this comment the first moment I read it but DANG, 52 minutes fly when the video is REALLY good!

[@MAVERICK_JAC]

It's crazy how humble he is, when he was asked a question he doesn't know the answer to he just says, "I just measure the thing" 🙂

[@mennucc]

Quite true. And vice versa this is how you detect quakery (such as novax or flat earth) : you hear people with no competence claiming that they know everything

[@faithful451]

@@mennucc quackery*

[@dan725]

Watching this series again after seeing the epic first color image! Thank you so much Destin for showcasing this for us. This is just TOO COOL!!!! You and your family are truly blessed; and an ABSOLUTE GIFT to the internet community with your wonderful contributions! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this with us!

[@ajx4]

Yes its amazing to have this information and to come back after getting the pictures last month 👌

[@MrHeer]

This is my favorite video of yours! Turns out the same guy who taught me about how carburetors work showed me why measuring that sun shield on Earth under 1 G very precisely helps our current models of how things work in microgravity. Thanks for sharing this and him! I can't imagine the rules and things they were worried about letting someone into that room. Besides the obvious, what sort of rules did they give you or concerns that they had that surprised you before you were allowed in?

[@kindlin]

I actually cringed slightly as he lifted his camera up - and what seems to be above - the "rim" in the center. 43:15. I assume one precaution was to securely strap the camera to his arm. The camera also probably had to be super cleaned beforehand. I was surprised that they couldn't even have paper, I wonder what other materials are no-goes. Makes me wonder if they have an inside-that-room-only camera to use, and Destin just brings in or removes a memory card.

[@matkrassus]

In these sometimes dark days, seeing this skill and goodwill in collaboration for science is strangely moving... Great video as always.

[@realanthonyrich]

Precisely! I've just been thinking about this during the video playback. Hope for peace and unity in the name of humanity and its only Home.

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

All hail vice lord science! All hail the webbing of james!.

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

10:10 the Aryan 5 space rocket in conjunction with…..wait for it…… The ARYAN SPACE program. … Ookay. And their logo choices are great, or NOT. See the symbols are neo and yet not. Seeing them as a new spin or twirl on classical sigils of luck and power.

[@IntrinsicPalomides]

@@Coincidence_Theorist Ariane you dribble brain. Don't comment on vids you clearly know nothing about and stick to your videos about reptilian vampires...and btw those are called canine teeth, we all have them they're just more pronounced in some people.

[@gantry289]

Wow, what an amazing piece of engineering! I'm a 62 yr old man and at the end I had tears in my eye's seeing you and your dad on Christmas day watching the rocket lift off, seeing the bond you have for each other but also for the accomplishment that your dad and people from 14 different countries where able to do. Thank you for putting this video together.

[@TheWesman45]

Man, I love seeing classically southern guys in academic roles. His dad sounds like every old guy in my home town. There is a verbal authority that only smart southerners have that I love to see.

[@sleepCircle]

i always like that, too.

[@samamba4321]

I worked 6 years with metrology, including in automotive sector. After that, over 10 years with finite element method. This video make me so happy to see these two competences in a field that I love so much, astronomy. Specially in James Webb Telescope. Thanks

[@Patchogs]

43:06 Imagine how few humans have stood in this position, now this incredible feat of engineering is flying through space. Amazing.

[@Zebra_M]

Such a cool spot, before it even reached space. :D

[@mitchellsellers7791]

My favorite part of Destin’s videos are his “A-ha moments”. Those moments where things click, and he understands how something works, or he puts the pieces together. That feeling is what scientists and engineers are always after, and watching someone achieve that is just as gratifying.

[@RICDirector]

Well....that, and the giggling glee of discovery.... ;)

[@MakeItWithCalvin]

I love how everyone in this video is working on such a HUGE project and yet they are so nonchalant about it. Not in a cocky way but in a quietly confident way, and that is something we need to see more of. Also, incredible work filming this years in advance and putting it together. It was incredible and hopefully inspires many others.

[@JohnRay1969]

This video moved me to tears. The technology that was developed for this project and the fact that it is out there now is exhilarating. I can't wait to see what images are captured. My dad was no metrologist. He drove a 120 ton dump truck as big as a large 2 story house but I was just as impressed with that as you are with what your dad does. I really miss my dad.

[@RICDirector]

We all do. So awesome to see folks like Destin and Matt from Demolition Ranch able to still spend time with theirs, and share it with us. Hugs to all.

[@AnuarAzar]

Tbh your dad was living a dream I had since childhood while playing with my tonka dump truck, so cool.

[@cameron5802]

I loved the interaction you two had when you asked him "Hey, I know we're older now, but lets talk and go through this like you taught me as a child" and he smiled and continued like it was the easiest thing in the world.

[@dustinglynn8721]

I love how your dad qualifies his claims by reminding you to ask one of the engineers that designed it, while also knowing darn well exactly what he is talking about.

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

29:33 i used to be a member of the same lodge as both of them. Was surprisingly ok group minthe obv

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

39:33 Theres ole “nectar knuckles” himself, the “ichor iguana” aka “guzzle neck the seedy greedy toad”. A total joker if ya know what i meanp. Hes had some real advancement but he really killed it. Honey hounds both these guys. Plasma scientists. ;)

[@rangeispow]

@@Coincidence_Theoristi I bet

[@PerMortensen]

@@Coincidence_Theorist What the deuce are you on about

[@charleschidsey6192]

This was a special treat. Seeing you with your dad at his ‘office’ brought back many fond memories of my childhood when my own dad would sometimes take me to his workplace. In those days, he sold advertising space in the Chicago Tribune newspaper. Not a very glamorous or cool job, but I couldn’t have cared less. I was just happy to learn a little bit about how the paper got published. I also enjoyed meeting his buddies from work just as you did with your dad. Thanks very much for this. I’m 67 years old now and watching you with your dad really tugged at my heartstrings. I know I don’t have to remind you to treasure these times. Your demeanor and enthusiasm have amply demonstrated your capacity to appreciate these all too rare moments in our lives.

[@jameswilliams8025]

This has to be one the best videos I've ever seen it also made me feel things. The relationship you have with your dad is amazing and just watching you guys together was great. The amount of time and effort that went into just the sun shields is unimaginable but they made it work. Idk if you will read this Destin but tell your dad I said great job and congratulations. Awesome video man keep up the good work and you have a life long subscriber here......enjoy getting smarter everyday

[@bennytherollinstoner1932]

Maybe because your name is James lol

[@mstrdiver]

James - I wonder how many of Deston's videos go on to be used in educational or training venues? He takes everyday things that are seemngly simple but are actually quite complex at their core and puts them into fun and usable everyday language. This is truly the Smarter Every Day channel. Destin - Please keep them coming as you can while surgng on your advanced degree. After seeing the younger version of you in this video, we can all now say "I knew Destin, before he went on to build this channel, etc...."

[@BodyPig]

probably one of the most significant KZbin videos ever made. it's great to see the humans and their relationships behind one of the most important things humans have made. hope your dad is proud!

[@sk8rdman]

I love that whenever you asked your dad about something, he might not have known all of the relevant details, but he definitely knew the relevant measurements! You can tell that he has a very specialized skill set.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

He's just here to measure things.

[@TestSpaceMonkey]

This was one of those transcendent videos you only come across once in a while that somehow spans all the connectivity that's out there. It links stories between mundane activities and lasting discoveries, individual family and global communities, complex mathematical theories and just getting "good enough" hard things done in the world. Thanks Destin!

[@stochasticsignal1951]

Destin, as much as I love the technical details of SED, my favorite part is the romantic personalized part of the story you often end your videos with. Listening to your father and Dr. Naveen Vetcha have the last words felt pretty special to me. Also, I've got that same striped button front shirt your father was wearing in the bunny suit room! It's a classic look.

[@sesshoth]

This video really shows how everyone can be smart and skilled in their own way, one person might seem incredible in one field of expertise but can still find someone in another line of expertise incredible too.

[@pvic6959]

its INSANE to me that he was like "people smarter than me..." and then naveen was like "I would never do that ". both people are saying the other is very smart and skilled. is crazy

[@thoticcusprime9309]

@@pvic6959 meh

[@Oldmankingspiffy]

Thank you for this. With everything going on in the world it’s nice to take a break and look at the things we can accomplish when working together.

[@lukez9721]

And now his dad’s work is now in space helping humanity understand how their universe works and making new discoveries. That is simply incredible.

[@robertm346]

What a straightforwardly kind, brilliant man. I want kids just to figure out how to be as good of a father as yours clearly was and remains, Destin. Beautiful soul.

[@MiningMark48]

This video was truly amazing to watch. It's been a while since I've watched a nearly hour-long video in what felt like 15 minutes. I'm glad you could experience this with your dad. Few people can say that their dad worked on a space telescope, even fewer can say they were in the same room as them when they did. Beautifully captured video, love seeing the pure moments when many years worth of work came together in the final moment.

[@riuphane]

Can I just say how refreshing it is to listen to you and your father? Both so humble, blessed, and loving. You guys are awesome, a credit to all that is good in the world

[@craigmooring2091]

Oh, Destin, what a rare treat this was! Thank you so much for having the foresight and patience to record the various portions of this video over that stretch of years. I've learned some things about JWST that were new to me, but this has given me a much deeper sense of how much work went into the project over its lifetime.

[@Ranveer_Singh_sangha03]

Naveen you are amazing at explaining

[@dam13n]

yea he makes it so simple and clear!

[@jasoncy31]

YES! And when he explained that the 5 layers are basically a heat-pipe? *mind blown*. I had no idea. Wow.

[@ClickBoom290]

I try to become "smarter everyday" but I will always be in awe of how intelligent the team of people who made JWST become reality are.

[@mithren86]

I love how humble your dad is! If he doesn't know the answer he doesn't make anything up but just says he aint sure. Got to respect that.

[@Koogon]

Lost my dad 2 years ago. This was really nice to watch, but so emotional for me. I love space too because of that man too and boy do I miss him. Cherish your father.

[@Koogon]

Hey @smartereveryday consider banning this guy impersonating you.

[@MrDlenrek]

Must have been difficult to sit on this footage for so long. What a great thing your Dad got to work on! Great video

[@soggytatty3845]

The absolute passion in your dad's eyes as he watch his work leave the planet was amazing. Great video

[@jasonwaits88]

As an engineer, every time I see anything about JWST, it is amazing. That's so cool your dad worked on this. This video is just wonderful. Thank you.

[@chrisbelcher353]

I'm a dyed in the wool geek and the majority of the vid was fascinating but to be honest the end brought me to tears. The level of pride that must be yours, your father's, the team members of all aspects of the Webb telescope and their families must be pure joy. I get it. It's often hard to understand the impact of your work in a team. The joy your father must feel, and the pride you must feel is shared by every team member. Thank you.

[@Rednas34]

Best father son interview ever. Learned so many things from this. Thank you Dustin for making us smarter every day

[@naes6843]

Rednas, what an understatement! Dave in Phoenix

[@rosssparks2115]

This makes me thankful for all the things I've got to see my Dad and be apart of. As always, thank you Destin for your content.

[@federicotoffano7098]

Best part of the video is when your dad said: "I want it to work". After years of effort working on his piece of the big puzzle, the launch of the telescope must have been a big emotion for him. All the rest is almost secondary.

[@ge1988]

This should have been released in June for fathers day. This video was clearly a love letter to your dad. Destin, your pride and admiration of your father is amazing to watch and infectious!

[@NothingPicksLocks]

This might be the best video you've ever done for a whole bunch of different reasons. I'm so happy you got the opportunity to do this.

[@kostaskotoulas6542]

I was a teenager when the Hubble was launched and it was what made me fall in love with Astronomy. The JWST launch made me feel like a kid again. Glad you and your dad shared this with us.

[@DavidvanDeijk]

Always fun to hear Dustin's accent shift in videos with his dad. It is similar but different when he is dealing with army/navy folks. It shows he is very a very empathic person.

[@loydta]

I don't get emotional often but to watch your dads face as all his hard work was coming to fruition was very emotional. What a fantastic man on such an historical project. Congratulations it worked!

[@Currawong]

There's incredibly over-engineered, then there's the James Webb Telescope. The more I learn, the more I realise the crazy levels of engineering that went into this thing.

[@DLCaster]

Consider the warranty requirements and the level of complexity just in getting the instrument unfolded and on-orbit.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Over-engineered to the point it literally took decades.

[@slizer452]

Best part is, the more I learn about the complex nature of the telescope, the less I think it's OVER engineered.

[@UniDocs_Mahapushpa_Cyavana]

Isn't over-engineered usually used to describe something engineered to the point of being inefficient. Mostly being where less automation than current would actually be better.

[@Currawong]

@@UniDocs_Mahapushpa_Cyavana That's a good point. I meant it as a complement. With all that is invested in the project, and no second chances for anything, such levels of engineering were the only option. The proof was that the launch and deployment completely exceeded expectations.

[@trevorgahagan5817]

These videos with your dad are such a treat. The love for knowledge definitely runs in the family

[@MikeLumer]

It is absolutely mind-boggling the amount of work, planning, logistics, engineering, etc. that went into this. Just incredible. The opportunity to get so close to this is a once in a lifetime thing dude. Keep up the good work! ❤️

[@littlefrank90]

Probably closer to once in a few thousand lifetimes!

[@shepshep8654]

Hey Destin my Dad died on February 20 2022. We would watch all the launches we could together. He had ALS and life was hard. The JWST was the last launch we talked about before he died. I miss him and love him. Your video is helping me grieve. Thank you even though you probably never know.

[@shanealexander720]

Destin, I have been a fan for several years now. This, my friend, is one of my favorite videos you have done. Thank you for sharing you loves of learning with us and also sharing your dad with us too. Very cool! God bless.

[@cingkobrasfj]

Second that. Amen.

[@millwright15]

To be standing where the JWST is now bolted is absolutely awesome! I mean, on top of the fact that your Dad helped build the sun shield! That selfie you captured of you and your Dad will be a piece of history to pass down to you future generations!!! Legendary video!!!

[@feelthepayne88]

I use the same Faro laser measuring equipment every day, though the coolest thing over ever measured is one of the track links for the NASA launch pad crawler. Your dad is a smart dude. Very interesting to see how they use the laser tracker compared to the way I use it.

[@xenophage-xn2no]

I cried when I rewatched the launch in this video for your dad. Thats true content. Big respect for you, your dad, and Navine.