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Cassini spacecraft orbiting Saturn and and its moon Titan

Voyager 1 spacecraft entering interstellar space
This artists concept depicts NASAs Voyager 1 spacecraft entering interstellar space, or the space between stars. Interstellar space is dominated by the plasma, or ionized gas

An astronaut surveys his situation after being marooned on a barren planet. Ominous clouds form in the distance while his scorched capsule is nearby

Self-portrait of Curiosity rover on the surface of Mars
This self-portrait of NASAs Mars rover Curiosity combines dozens of exposures taken by the rovers Mars Hand Lens Imager (MAHLI) during the 177th Martian day, or sol

The Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe, also known as WMAP, is designed to make fundamental measurements of cosmology, the study of the properties of our universe as a whole

Self-portrait of Curiosity rover in Gale Crater on the surface of Mars
On Sol 84 (Oct. 31, 2012), the Curiosity rover used the Mars Hand Lens Imager (MAHLI) to capture the set of thumbnail images stitched together to create this full-color self-portrait

Voyager 1 at Neptune

An astronaut surveys his situation on a barren and rocky moon
An astronaut surveys his situation after being marooned on a barren and rocky moon. An alien, and water covered planet, shines in the background

Voyager 1 leaving the solar system

Robots and other machines mining on a volcnaic planet
Robots and other machines mining on a volcnaic lava flowing alien planet

New Horizons spacecraft approaches dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft approaches dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Mars Telecommunications Orbiter in flight around Mars
This illustration depicts a concept for the Mars Telecommunications Orbiter in flight around Mars. The orbiter is in development to be the first spacecraft with a primary function of providing

Artists concept of the Galileo spacecraft in orbit
Artists concept of the Galileo spacecraft sent into orbit for observation of Jupiter and its moons from 1995 to 2003. Galileo was launched on October 18, 1989

The SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is grappled by the Canadarm2
May 25, 2012 - With the blackness of space and clouds over Earth forming a backdrop, the SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is grappled by the Canadarm2 robotic arm at the International Space

Spitzer seen in visible light. The solar shield always faces the sun, allowing the spacecraft to remain very cold

Dawn robotic spacecraft orbiting Ceres and Vesta, members of the asteroid belt, to study them in space

The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft in the grasp of the Canadarm2
May 25, 2012 - With clouds and land forming a backdrop, the SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is grappled by the Canadarm2 robotic arm at the International Space Station. Expedition

Three generations of Mars rovers
This grouping of two test rovers and a flight spare provides a graphic comparison of three generations of Mars rovers developed at NASAs Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif

Artists concept of the Dawn spacecraft entering orbit around Ceres
Artists concept of the Dawn spacecraft entering orbit around the dwarf planet Ceres. In late November 2015 Dawn will descend to its closest orbit around Ceres at a distance of about 230 miles

The sky crane maneuver during the descent of NASAs Curiosity rover
Artists concept showing the sky crane maneuver during the descent of NASAs Curiosity rover to the Martian surface. Mars Science Laboratory will use a guided entry

Twin GRAIL spacecraft map the moons gravity field
Using a precision formation-flying technique, the twin GRAIL spacecraft will map the moons gravity field, as depicted in this artists rendering

NASAs Curiosity rover climbing to the summit of Mount Sharp, its ultimate destination. The floor of Gale Crater, its landing place, is five kilometres below

Spitzer points its high-gain antenna towards the Earth for downlinking recent observations and uplinking new observing instructions

Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter passes above planet Mars
December 10, 2003 - The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter passes above a portion of the planet called Nilosyrtis Mensae in this artists concept illustration

Artists rendition of Spitzer in its heliocentric orbit

Artists Illustration of the Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS)

An artists concept of the Ocean Surface Topography Mission / Jason-2 spacecraft in space
An artists concept of the Ocean Surface Topography Mission/Jason-2 spacecraft in space

The Progress 40 resupply vehicle in orbit
January 23, 2011 - The unpiloted ISS Progress 40 supply vehicle departs from the International Space Station. Filled with trash and discarded items

Mars Reconnaissance Orbiters Radar at Work
June 3, 2005 - Mars Reconnaissance Orbiters Radar at Work. This artists concept of the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter highlights the spacecrafts radar capability

A pair of manned Mars rovers rendezvous on the martian surface. Humans may one day explore the martian surface with the help of pressurized rovers that would provide a shirt sleeve environment while

An artists concept of the Planck spacecraft. Planck was launched with the Herschel spacecraft, though the two missions separated shortly after launch and operate independently from each other

Artists concept of NASAs Curiosity rover touching down onto the Martian surface
Artists concept illustrating the moment that NASAs Curiosity rover touches down onto the Martian surface. In this scene, Curiosity is touching down onto the surface

The SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft during grappling operations with Canadarm2
May 25, 2012 - With clouds over Earth forming a backdrop, the SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is photographed during grappling operations with the Canadarm2 robotic arm at the International

Artists concept of the Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover parachute system. The parachute is attached to the top of the backshell portion of the spacecrafts aeroshell

Artists concept of a martian rover. The rover featured in this image, as seen from the rear, includes wing-like solar voltaic panels suspended above the chassis to supplement its electrical needs

Canadarm2 robotic arm prepares to release the Cygnus spacecraft
October 22, 2013 - The International Space Stations Canadarm2 prepares to release the Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft

Artist concept of NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution mission
An artist concept of NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN) mission

Artists concept of the New Horizons spacecraft as it approaches Pluto and its largest moon, Charon, in July 2015. The crafts miniature cameras, radio science experiment

2014 Comet over Aromatum, Mars
NASAs Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has a ringside seat as the 2014 comet passes very close to Mars

Illustration of a spacecraft travelling faster than the speed of light. A massive spacecraft employs a novel propulsion that exploits physics as yet unknown to travel faster than light

Artists concept of an ascent vehicle leaving Mars
This artists concept of a proposed Mars sample return mission portrays the launch of an ascent vehicle. The solar panels in the foreground are part of a rover

A probe investigating a heavily cratered moon in deep space
An artists depiction of a probe investigating a heavily cratered moon in deep space

New Horizons spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Space station in orbit around Earth

Concept for Mars Volcanic Emission Life Scout
December 21, 2004 - This artists rendition depicts a concept for a Mars orbiter that would scrutinize the martian atmosphere for chemical traces of life or environments supportive of life that might

A robotic probe drills into the surface of an asteroid as a meteorite strikes nearby
An unmanned robotic probe drills into the surface of an asteroid as a meteorite strikes nearby creating a plume of super-heated plasma and dust

New Horizons spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

The unpiloted ISS Progress 42 supply vehicle
October 29, 2011 - The unpiloted ISS Progress 42 supply vehicle

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"Exploring the Cosmos: Robotic Spacecraft Unveiling the Wonders of the Universe" Cassini spacecraft orbits Saturn and its enigmatic moon Titan, unraveling mysteries hidden within their celestial dance. Voyager 1 spacecraft embarks on an unprecedented journey, venturing into interstellar space, leaving a trail of human curiosity in its wake. Marooned astronaut surveys his desolate surroundings on a barren planet, relying on technology to survive amidst isolation and uncertainty. The Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe unveils secrets of the early universe, shedding light on cosmic microwave background radiation and our origins. Curiosity rover captures a mesmerizing self-portrait against Mars' rugged terrain, reminding us of humanity's relentless pursuit to understand distant worlds. Voyager 1 encounters Neptune in its grand tour through our solar system, capturing breathtaking images that ignite awe for our vast celestial neighborhood. Astronaut gazes upon a desolate and rocky moon surface, contemplating mankind's potential future as we venture beyond Earth's boundaries. Voyager 1 bids farewell to our solar system as it ventures into uncharted territory, carrying with it humanity's dreams and aspirations for exploration. Robots and machines tirelessly mine resources on a volcanic planet, showcasing how automation can unlock new frontiers while minimizing human risk. New Horizons spacecraft approaches Pluto and its loyal companion Charon; together they reveal the captivating beauty of dwarf planets lurking at our cosmic doorstep. Mars Science Laboratory continues to unravel Mars' ancient secrets with cutting-edge technology; paving the way for future manned missions to explore the Red Planet's mysteries further.