How French Guiana and Ariane 5 Rocket Set the Stage for JWST's Journey to L2?
The epic journey of the JWST began at the Arianespace's ELA-3 launch complex in Kourou, French Guiana, propelled by the powerful and reliable Ariane 5 rocket. But why were this specific launch location and rocket chosen, and what makes the second Lagrange point (L2) the ideal destination for this revolutionary