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Artwork of Galileo probe in Jupiters atmosphere
Artists impression of the Galileo descent probe drifting through the atmosphere of the planet Jupiter. The Galileo spacecraft is due to be launched by the space shuttle on October 12, 1989. On reaching Jupiter, it will release the probe to study the planets atmosphere during a 60-minute parachute descent. As it drifts down, the probe will spin at 5 revolutions a minute, & transmit measurements to the Orbiter circling high above Jupiters atmosphere. The Orbiter will continue circling Jupiter for at least 20 months, investigating the planet & its satellites. In the artwork, the " star" in the top right corner is the Sun
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This print showcases an artist's impression of the Galileo probe gracefully drifting through the awe-inspiring atmosphere of Jupiter. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of this groundbreaking mission, which began with the launch of the Galileo spacecraft on October 12,1989. As it reaches its destination, Galileo will release a descent probe that will embark on a thrilling 60-minute parachute journey through Jupiter's mysterious atmosphere. During this descent, the probe will spin at an impressive rate of 5 revolutions per minute while diligently transmitting vital measurements to the Orbiter orbiting high above Jupiter's atmospheric layers. The Orbiter itself is set to remain in orbit around Jupiter for a remarkable duration of at least 20 months. Its primary objective is to delve deep into understanding not only the planet itself but also its fascinating satellites. In this mesmerizing artwork, one cannot miss noticing a radiant "star" positioned elegantly in the top right corner - representing none other than our very own Sun. This serves as a reminder that amidst all our scientific endeavors and exploration beyond Earth's boundaries, our star remains ever-present and influential. This extraordinary image from Science Photo Library encapsulates humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and unwavering commitment to unraveling celestial mysteries. It symbolizes research, exploration, and mankind's relentless pursuit of understanding our place in space.
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