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NASA's Image and Video Library is one of the most comprehensive public archives of space imagery in the world, containing over 140,000 images, videos, and audio recordings spanning more than six decades of space exploration. From the earliest Mercury and Gemini missions through the Apollo Moon landings, the Space Shuttle era, and today's cutting-edge observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, this collection documents humanity's journey into the cosmos.

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NASA image: STEMonstrations: Communication
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Oct 23, 2023

STEMonstrations: Communication

Do you ever wonder how astronauts in space communicate with people on Earth? In the latest STEMonstration episode,...

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NASA image: Vinogradov uses communication equipment in the U.S. Laboratory during Expedition 13
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Apr 18, 2006

Vinogradov uses communication equipment in the U.S. Laboratory during Expedition 13

ISS013-E-08059 (18 April 2006) --- Cosmonaut Pavel V. Vinogradov, Expedition 13 commander representing Russia's...

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NASA image: Close-up view of the RCA Satcom K-2 communications satellite
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Dec 1, 1985

Close-up view of the RCA Satcom K-2 communications satellite

61B-44-054E (28 Nov 1985) --- The 4,1444 pound RCA Satcom K-2 communications satellite is photographed with a 70mm...

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NASA image: Vinogradov uses a communication system in the SM during Expedition 13
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Jun 22, 2006

Vinogradov uses a communication system in the SM during Expedition 13

ISS013-E-40015 (22 June 2006) --- Cosmonaut Pavel V. Vinogradov, Expedition 13 commander representing Russia's...

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NASA image: Creamer uses communication equipment in the FGB during Expedition 22
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Jan 14, 2010

Creamer uses communication equipment in the FGB during Expedition 22

ISS022-E-025400 (14 Jan. 2010) --- NASA astronaut T.J. Creamer, Expedition 22 flight engineer, uses a communication...

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NASA image: NASA astronaut Zena Cardman performs communications maintenance on a pair of spacesuits
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Oct 21, 2025

NASA astronaut Zena Cardman performs communications maintenance on a pair of spacesuits

iss073e0917417 (Oct. 21, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 73 Flight Engineer Zena Cardman performs...

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NASA image: Swanson uses communication equipment in the FD of STS-117 Space Shuttle Atlantis
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Jun 9, 2007

Swanson uses communication equipment in the FD of STS-117 Space Shuttle Atlantis

S117-E-06733 (9 June 2007) --- Astronaut Steven Swanson, STS-117 mission specialist, uses a communication system on...

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NASA image:  NASA astronaut Mike Fincke pictured during communications maintenance activities
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Aug 19, 2025

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke pictured during communications maintenance activities

iss073e0511300 (Aug. 19, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 73 Flight Engineer Mike Fincke is pictured during...

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NASA image: Stephanie Shelton, a payload communications manager at NASA's Ma
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Apr 19, 2018

Stephanie Shelton, a payload communications manager at NASA's Ma

Stephanie Shelton, a payload communications manager at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, joins NASA astronauts...

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NASA image: Installing the new PCE (Proximity Communications Equipment) hardware
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Jun 29, 2005

Installing the new PCE (Proximity Communications Equipment) hardware

ISS011-E-09799 (27 June 2005) --- Cosmonaut Sergei K. Krikalev, Expedition 11 commander representing Russia's...

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NASA image: Dr. Wernher Von Braun Memorial Dinner
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Oct 26, 2017

Dr. Wernher Von Braun Memorial Dinner

The annual Dr. Wernher Von Braun Memorial Dinner was held at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center's Davidson Center on...

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NASA image: Low-Boom Flight Demonstration over land
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Aug 10, 2022

Low-Boom Flight Demonstration over land

An artist illustration of the Low-Boom Flight Demonstration vehicle flying over a community.

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NASA image: Students Test their LEGO Rover Prototype
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Oct 24, 2019

Students Test their LEGO Rover Prototype

Four student teams: Blue, Gold, Green and Red built, designed and tested a LEGO robotic Martian rover prototype at...

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NASA image: Swanson uses communication equipment in the A/L during Joint Operations
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Jun 12, 2007

Swanson uses communication equipment in the A/L during Joint Operations

S117-E-07099 (12 June 2007) --- Astronaut Steven Swanson, STS-117 mission specialist, uses a communication system in...

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NASA image: Commander Truly on aft flight deck holding communication kit assembly (ASSY)
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Sep 5, 1983

Commander Truly on aft flight deck holding communication kit assembly (ASSY)

STS008-04-106 (30 Aug-5 Sept 1983) --- On aft flight deck, Richard M. Truly, STS-8 commander, holds communication...

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NASA image: Olivas uses communication equipment on the FD during Joint Operations
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Jun 13, 2007

Olivas uses communication equipment on the FD during Joint Operations

S117-E-07192 (13 June 2007) --- Astronaut John "Danny" Olivas, STS-117 mission specialist, uses a communication...

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NASA image: Olivas uses communication equipment on the FD during Joint Operations
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Jun 13, 2007

Olivas uses communication equipment on the FD during Joint Operations

S117-E-07194 (13 June 2007) --- Astronaut John "Danny" Olivas, STS-117 mission specialist, uses a communication...

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NASA image: Culbertson dons his communication headset before the third EVA of Expedition Three
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Nov 12, 2001

Culbertson dons his communication headset before the third EVA of Expedition Three

ISS003-E-8020 (12 November 2001) --- Astronaut Frank L. Culbertson, Jr., Expedition Three mission commander, wearing...

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NASA image: Williams uses communication equipment in the Airlock during Expedition 13
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May 1, 2006

Williams uses communication equipment in the Airlock during Expedition 13

ISS013-E-13327 (1 May 2006) --- Astronaut Jeffrey N. Williams, Expedition 13 NASA space station science officer and...

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NASA image: Archambault uses communication equipment in the U.S. Laboratory during Joint Operations
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Jun 12, 2007

Archambault uses communication equipment in the U.S. Laboratory during Joint Operations

S117-E-07097 (12 June 2007) --- Astronaut Lee Archambault, STS-117 pilot, uses a communication system near the...

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NASA image: Wiseman in Columbus module
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Jun 28, 2014

Wiseman in Columbus module

ISS040-E-024110 (28 June 2014) --- NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Expedition 40 flight engineer, wearing a...

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NASA image: The American Satellite Company (ASC) satellite deployed from payload bay
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Aug 27, 1985

The American Satellite Company (ASC) satellite deployed from payload bay

51I-32-059 (27 August 1985) --- The American Satellite Company (ASC) communications satellite rises from the cargo...

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NASA image: Psyche Mission and Deep Space Optical Communications Animations Media Reel
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Oct 10, 2023

Psyche Mission and Deep Space Optical Communications Animations Media Reel

Animation b-roll for media and public use. NASA’s Psyche mission, scheduled to launch in October 2023, is the first...

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NASA image: DATR Supports Space Communication, Research Flights
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Feb 10, 2020

DATR Supports Space Communication, Research Flights

The Triplex 7M telemetry antenna at far right and the two radars to the left are a few assets of the Dryden...

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Frequently Asked Questions About NASA Images

Are NASA images free to use?+
Yes, most NASA images are in the public domain and are free to use for educational, informational, and personal purposes. NASA's media usage guidelines state that NASA material is not copyrighted unless otherwise noted. However, the NASA logo and certain insignia are protected. Some images may include identifiable individuals or third-party content that requires additional permissions. Always check the specific image's usage rights and credit NASA as the source.
How many images does NASA have?+
NASA's Image and Video Library contains over 140,000 publicly accessible images, videos, and audio files spanning the agency's entire history, from the Mercury program of the 1960s to the latest James Webb Space Telescope discoveries. The collection grows daily as new missions capture imagery and archival materials are digitized. Individual mission archives, such as Mars rover photos, contain hundreds of thousands of additional images.
Can I download NASA images?+
Yes, you can download NASA images in multiple resolutions directly from this gallery. Each image detail page provides download links for original (full resolution), large (1920px), medium (960px), small (480px), and thumbnail sizes. NASA encourages the public to use these images for education, media, and personal projects. High-resolution originals are ideal for printing and professional use.

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