I think he speaks of none other but the telescope that is to come after James Webb. A telescope whose merest operational parameters we are not worthy to calcula

I think he speaks of none other but the telescope that is to come after James Webb. A telescope whose merest operational parameters we are not worthy to calculate - and yet astronomers will design it for you. A telescope which can show us the question to the Ultimate answer, a telescope of such infinite and subtle complexity that organic life itself will form part of its operational matrix. And humanity shall take on new forms and go down into the telescope to navigate its ten million year programme. Yes, we shall design this telescope for you, and the astronomers shall name it for you. And it shall be called the [insert name here]. With apologies to Douglas Adams.