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Voyager 2 Mission Overview
After a few problems shortly after its launch, Voyager 2 showed its mettle, zooming past Jupiter and Saturn while taking some of the most stunning photographs earthlings would ever see. Voyager 2 continued steadily gathering data as it passed by Uranus and Neptune.

Published by johnsinit (12,600 pts ) on Nov 16, 2009 to
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The Planetary Society: Goals and Key Contributions to Astronomy and Space Exploration
The Planetary Society is the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to inspire and educate the public through its innovative research projects such as the Solar Sail, LIFE experiment as well as publications related to astronomy and space exploration.

Published by Anurag Ghosh (18,089 pts ) on Sep 23, 2009 to
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ATV - Automated Transfer Vehicle
The Automated Transfer Vehicle is a fully automatic system for delivering supplies, experimental apparatus, and personal effects to the astronauts on-board the ISS. The maiden voyage of an ATV, the Jules Verne, took place in 2008, and a follow-up with the ATV, Johannes Kepler is scheduled for 2009.

Published by johnsinit (12,600 pts ) on Sep 22, 2009 to
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Ariane Launch Vehicle Overview – The Past, the Present and the Future
The Ariane series of vehicles has become one of the world’s most prominent series of space launch vehicles, with a reputation for excellent customer service and relative affordability. Arianespace, the French company that developed the vehicles, has had many successes. Read more below

Published by johnsinit (12,600 pts ) on Sep 15, 2009 to
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A Dragonfly on Mars
The volcanic terrain of Mars may soon be explored by a robot that looks like a dragonfly. The ExoFly, developed by scientists in Holland, uses a flying mechanism which is similar to this tiny insect. This article concerns the ExoFly and its possible use in space exploration.

Published by viola (127 pts ) on Sep 14, 2009 to
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World Space Week 2009
World Space Week is held October 4-10 every year. Read about the celebration of this international event around the world.

Published by Robyn Broyles (11,124 pts ) on Sep 8, 2009 to
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Women in space - History of Female Astronauts
The history of female astronauts starts years before Valentina Tereshkova from the Soviet Union became the first woman in space. Since then, many female astronauts achieved success in different space exploration programs. Just keep reading and find more details about women in space.

Published by johnsinit (12,600 pts ) on Sep 1, 2009 to
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Nothing but the Facts about: Valentina Tereshkova
In 1963 Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman in space. This is a brief summary of her biography and most crucial moments in life.

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Svetlana Savitskaya – First Woman to Walk In Space
Svetlana Savitskaya, from Soviet Union, was the second woman in space and the first woman to walk in space. On 25 July, 1984 she walked in space for almost 4 hours. This article presents the biography of this formidable woman.

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Kathryn Sullivan – The First American Woman to Walk in Space
Kathryn Sullivan, a female astronaut from NASA, was the first American woman to walk in space. She completed three successful flights, and she holds the record of spending almost 533 hours in space. This article presents the biography of Kathryn Sullivan.

Published by johnsinit (12,600 pts ) on Sep 1, 2009 to
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