NASA's Voyager 1 and 2: Owners Workshop Manual
The Essential Guide to the Iconic Spacecraft
Introduction
The Voyager 1 and 2 spacecraft are two of the most successful and iconic probes in the history of space exploration. Launched in 1977, they have journeyed billions of miles, visited Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, and provided us with stunning images and invaluable scientific data. This owners workshop manual provides a comprehensive overview of the Voyager spacecraft, their design, mission, and achievements, and includes detailed technical specifications and exploded diagrams.
Design and Construction
The Voyager spacecraft are based on a modular design, with a central bus and a variety of science instruments mounted on a boom. The bus houses the power, propulsion, communications, and control systems, while the science instruments are used to study the planets and their environments. The spacecraft are powered by radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), which provide a continuous source of electricity. They are also equipped with ion propulsion systems, which allow for precise and efficient maneuvers.
Mission Profile
The Voyager spacecraft were launched in 1977 and initially targeted at Jupiter and Saturn. After completing their primary mission, the spacecraft were extended to study Uranus and Neptune. Voyager 1 is now the farthest man-made object from Earth, traveling at a speed of over 38,000 miles per hour. Voyager 2 continues to explore the outer solar system, and is expected to reach the heliopause, the boundary between the solar system and interstellar space, in the coming years.
Scientific Discoveries
The Voyager spacecraft have made a number of groundbreaking scientific discoveries, including the first detailed images of the planets Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They have also discovered new moons, rings, and atmospheric phenomena. The spacecraft have also provided valuable data on the composition, structure, and dynamics of the solar system. The Voyager missions have been a major success, and their legacy will continue to inspire future generations of scientists and explorers.
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