NASA Voyager 2 Shuts Down Plasma Science Instrument to Conserve Power

NASA Voyager 2 Shuts Down Plasma Science Instrument to Conserve Power

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NASA has shut off one of Voyager 2’s scientific instruments to preserve its remaining power as it journeys through interstellar space. The spacecraft, launched on 20 August 1977, is currently positioned 12.8 billion miles from Earth and is exploring beyond the solar system. Since leaving the heliosphere on 5 November…

Voyager 1’s Thruster Swap Ensures Continued Operation of Aging Spacecraft in Interstellar Space

Voyager 1’s Thruster Swap Ensures Continued Operation of Aging Spacecraft in Interstellar Space

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Voyager 1, the farthest human-made object from Earth, has recently undergone a critical adjustment to its thruster system as it navigates the vast expanse of interstellar space. Despite being operational for 47 years, the spacecraft required a clever fix to maintain its alignment and continue sending valuable data back to…