Poster Print : Vega orbiter
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Vega orbiter
Vega orbiter. Model of the Vega probes orbital module, which was used as part of the international Vega mission. This was launched in December 1984, to study Venus and the tail of Halleys Comet. Two unmanned Soviet spacecraft, Vega 1 and 2, carried two probes which were released into Venuss atmosphere, and a dust collector for analysing the comet
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1900s 1984 1985 1986 Comet Halley Exploration Investigation Mission Orbit Orbiter Planetary Science Probe Replica Russia Russian Sampling Soviet Soviet Union Space Craft Space Flight Space Race Tail Uss R Vega Venus Venusian
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the wonders of space into your home or office with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This stunning image features the Vega Orbiter, a model of the orbital module used during the international Vega mission in 1984. Launched to study Venus and the tail of Halley's Comet, this iconic spacecraft is a testament to human curiosity and scientific exploration. Our high-quality poster prints are printed on premium paper, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Add this captivating piece to your collection and inspire a sense of wonder in all who see it.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a model of the Vega orbiter, an integral part of the groundbreaking international Vega mission. Launched in December 1984 by the Soviet Union, this mission aimed to unravel the mysteries surrounding Venus and Halleys Comet's tail. The two unmanned Soviet spacecraft, Vega 1 and 2, carried two probes that were released into Venuss atmosphere for exploration purposes. Additionally, a dust collector was included to analyze the composition of the comet. The intricately detailed replica depicted in this image represents a significant milestone in Russian space technology and historical research. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries during the late 20th century space race era. With its advanced equipment and technological advancements, including an orbital module capable of orbiting Venus, this model stands as a testament to mankind's ingenuity and determination to explore uncharted territories. Its purposeful design highlights both scientific investigation and planetary exploration. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured within these frames, we are reminded of how far we have come in our understanding of outer space thanks to missions like Vega. This photograph serves as a visual reminder that even though it is not associated with commercial use or any specific company, it holds immense value in documenting our progress towards unraveling the secrets hidden within our universe.
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