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NASA image: N+2 Nozzle Test
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Dec 9, 2016

N+2 Nozzle Test

N+2 Nozzle in the Aero-Acoustic Propulsion Lab. As NASA works toward demonstrating low-sonic boom design, engineers...

GRC
NASA image: N + 2 Nozzle Test
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Dec 9, 2016

N + 2 Nozzle Test

N+2 Nozzle in the Aero-Acoustic Propulsion Lab. As NASA works toward demonstrating low-sonic boom design, engineers...

GRC
NASA image: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Nozzle Test Time-lapse
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Mar 31, 2022

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Nozzle Test Time-lapse

Time-lapse video of ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Nozzle Test. Uploaded to Avail for consideration...

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NASA image: Engineers with nozzles fabricated using a freeform-directed ener
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Mar 15, 2018

Engineers with nozzles fabricated using a freeform-directed ener

Engineers from NASA Marshall Space Flight Center's Propulsion Department examine nozzles fabricated using a...

MSFC
NASA image: 15 DEGREE CONICAL NOZZLE - TITAN TRANSTAGE CONTOUR ENGINE - APOL
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May 1, 1964

15 DEGREE CONICAL NOZZLE - TITAN TRANSTAGE CONTOUR ENGINE - APOL

15 DEGREE CONICAL NOZZLE - TITAN TRANSTAGE CONTOUR ENGINE - APOLLO

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NASA image: Engine Nozzle of NASA’s X-59
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Mar 15, 2023

Engine Nozzle of NASA’s X-59

A look at the X-59’s engine nozzle, where the thrust -the force that moves the aircraft- will exit. Once complete,...

LRC
NASA image: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL Documentation Photographs
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Nov 10, 2021

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL Documentation Photographs

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL

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NASA image: American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory PSL Documentation Photos from Time-lapse
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Nov 16, 2021

American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory PSL Documentation Photos from Time-lapse

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL

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NASA image: InSight Atlas V ASA and Nozzle Arrival/Unload
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Feb 5, 2018

InSight Atlas V ASA and Nozzle Arrival/Unload

At Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, the aft stub adapter (ASA) and nozzle for a United Launch Alliance Atlas...

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NASA image: American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL Documentation Photographs
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Oct 25, 2021

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL Documentation Photographs

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Nozzle Test at Propulsion Systems Laboratory, PSL Documentation...

GRC
NASA image: Astronaut Looks at Nozzle of F-15 at Armstrong Flight Research Center
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Jun 26, 2019

Astronaut Looks at Nozzle of F-15 at Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA’s 2017 astronaut candidates toured aircraft hangar at Armstrong Flight Research Center, in Southern California...

AFRC
NASA image: Republic F-84 Thunderjet with Slotted Nozzle
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May 23, 1958

Republic F-84 Thunderjet with Slotted Nozzle

A Republic F-84 Thunderjet dramatically modified at the NASA Lewis Research Center to investigate the use of slotted...

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NASA image: Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center
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Jun 26, 2019

Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA's 2017 astronaut candidates toured aircraft hangar at Armstrong Flight Research Center, in Southern California...

AFRC
NASA image: Apollo Contour Rocket Nozzle in the Propulsion Systems Laboratory
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Jul 23, 1964

Apollo Contour Rocket Nozzle in the Propulsion Systems Laboratory

Bill Harrison and Bud Meilander check the setup of an Apollo Contour rocket nozzle in the Propulsion Systems...

GRC
NASA image: Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center
Image
Jun 26, 2019

Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA's 2017 astronaut candidates toured aircraft hangar at Armstrong Flight Research Center, in Southern California...

AFRC
NASA image: Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center
Image
Jun 26, 2019

Astronauts Look in F-15 Nozzle at Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA's 2017 astronaut candidates toured aircraft hangar at Armstrong Flight Research Center, in Southern California...

AFRC
NASA image: Pratt and Whitney J57 with a Greatex Nozzle in the Altitude Wind Tunnel
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Feb 23, 1957

Pratt and Whitney J57 with a Greatex Nozzle in the Altitude Wind Tunnel

A Pratt and Whitney J57 engine is tested with a Greatex No.1 nozzle in the Altitude Wind Tunnel at the National...

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NASA image: International Space Station (ISS)
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Jul 6, 2006

International Space Station (ISS)

The nozzles for Discovery's three main engines are visible in this close-up image photographed by one of the...

MSFC
NASA image: Multi-Nozzle Base Flow Model in the 10- by 10-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel
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Feb 23, 1964

Multi-Nozzle Base Flow Model in the 10- by 10-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel

Researchers check the setup of a multi-nozzle base flow model in the 10- by 10-Foot Supersonic Wind Tunnel at the...

GRC
NASA image: General Electric 32-Spoke Nozzle on the Convair F-106B Delta Dart
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Mar 23, 1971

General Electric 32-Spoke Nozzle on the Convair F-106B Delta Dart

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Convair F-106B Delta Dart with a 32-spoke nozzle installed on...

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NASA image: Artemis III ESM3 Engine Nozzle Install Completion
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Feb 17, 2026

Artemis III ESM3 Engine Nozzle Install Completion

Teams prepare for the installation of the engine nozzle onto the European Service Module for NASA’s Artemis III...

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NASA image: Ice from the SSME nozzles on STS-121
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Jul 4, 2006

Ice from the SSME nozzles on STS-121

S121-E-05138 (4 July 2006) --- This ice, floating freely several yards from Discovery, is believed to have come from...

JSC
NASA image: Artemis III ESM3 Engine Nozzle Install Completion
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Feb 17, 2026

Artemis III ESM3 Engine Nozzle Install Completion

Teams prepare for the installation of the engine nozzle onto the European Service Module for NASA’s Artemis III...

KSC
NASA image: Booster Test for Space Launch System Rocket
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Jun 26, 2016

Booster Test for Space Launch System Rocket

The quench system arm and nozzle are seen at the test area where the second and final qualification motor (QM-2)...

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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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