Space Probes Collection

Carl Sagan, US astronomer
Carl Edward Sagan (1934-1996), US astronomer and astrochemist. Sagan was a consultant and adviser to NASA, and worked on the Apollo mission, as well as the Mariner, Viking, Voyager

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

An alien being directing its spacecraft to make crop circles

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

Astronaut exploring the remains of an ancient alien civilization
A humanoid archeologist astronaut exploring the remains of an ancient alien civilization

A Grey alien located on its homeworld of Zeta Reticuli

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

Alien reptoid beings wearing organic metallic suits to protect them from the conditions of different alien worlds they visit

American orbital weapons platform featured in 2001: A Space Odyssey

Artists concept of a science fiction alien landscape
Its been said that Sci-Fi films and other forms of entertainment that deal with aliens are actually ways in which the governments are preparing mankind for contact with aliens, good or bad

Voyager 1 leaving the solar system

A Grey Alien looking at humanoid remains as a UFO flys overhead

A UFO flying above an ocean wind farm at sunset

Grey Aliens and their flying saucer, visiting Earth

A Grey Alien hitching a ride from a passing UFO

An alien being with giant robots at the Area 51 top secret base in Roswell, New Mexico

The remnants of a past futuristic war
Civilizations old & new, the remnants of a past futuristic war

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

A future generation space shuttle rendezvous with a lunar cycler
A future generation space shuttle prepares for a rendezvous with a lunar cycler for a seven-day journey to the moon

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

Illustration of a spacecraft and astronauts at a mining site on Saturns moon Titan
Illustration of a spacecraft and astronauts at a large-scale mining operation site on the surface of Saturns moon Titan. 100 years from now space exploration may have evolved to space exploitation

Chinese orbital weapons platform in Earth orbit
Chinese orbital weapons platform featured in 2001: A Space Odyssey, in Earth orbit

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

Artists concept of an Orion-drive battleship; Soviet style

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

A manned Mars cycler space station approaches the planet Mars. A Mars cycler is a permanently orbiting vehicle with a path that alternately brings it near Earth and Mars

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

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

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

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

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"Exploring the Cosmos: Unveiling the Secrets of Space Probes" Embarking on a cosmic journey, they have become our eyes and ears in the vast expanse beyond Earth. Guided by visionaries like Carl Sagan, these remarkable devices have revolutionized our understanding of the universe. The Cassini spacecraft gracefully orbits Saturn and its enigmatic moon Titan, capturing breathtaking images that unravel celestial wonders previously unseen by human eyes. Meanwhile, Voyager 1 boldly ventures into uncharted territory as it crosses into interstellar space, carrying with it humanity's curiosity and aspirations. In an extraordinary twist of fate, an astronaut finds himself marooned on a barren planet, forced to survey his desolate surroundings while contemplating mankind's insignificance amidst the grandeur of outer space. But not all mysteries are born from within; some originate from extraterrestrial sources. An alien being defies expectations as it directs its spacecraft to create intricate crop circles on Earth's surface—a cryptic message or simply playful mischief? Back on our home planet, scientific marvels like the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe reveal astonishing insights into the origins and composition of our universe. These instruments push boundaries and challenge conventional wisdom at every turn. Meanwhile, Curiosity rover leaves its mark both literally and figuratively—capturing self-portraits against Mars' crimson backdrop in Gale Crater—an emblematic testament to human ingenuity reaching new frontiers. Voyager 1 continues its odyssey through Neptune's realm—a mesmerizing encounter with a distant giant that sparks awe-inspiring reflections about our place in this vast cosmos. As astronauts explore remnants left behind by ancient alien civilizations scattered across distant worlds, they confront profound questions about existence itself—pondering whether we are alone or merely one thread woven into an intricate cosmic tapestry. And finally, deep within Zeta Reticuli—the homeworld of Grey aliens—an enigmatic creature gazes upon the stars, perhaps contemplating its own place in the universe.