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Voyager 2 and Uranus, artwork C017 / 7378
Voyager 2 and Uranus. Computer artwork of the Voyager 2 spacecraft approaching the planet Uranus. Voyager 2 is a space probe launched by NASA on 20th August 1977 to study the outer Solar System and eventually interstellar space. Its closest approach to Uranus occurred on 24th January 1986, when it came within 81, 500 kilometres of the planets cloud tops. It is still the only spacecraft to have visited the two outer giant planets Uranus and Neptune
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This artwork, titled "Voyager 2 and Uranus" takes us on a journey through the vastness of space. Created by Carlos Clarivan, it beautifully captures the historic moment when Voyager 2 approached the enigmatic planet Uranus. Voyager 2, a remarkable space probe launched by NASA in 1977, was designed to explore the outer reaches of our Solar System and beyond. On January 24th, 1986, this intrepid spacecraft came within an astonishingly close distance of just 81,500 kilometers from Uranus' cloud tops – a feat that remains unmatched to this day. Against a backdrop of infinite darkness punctuated by distant stars, Voyager 2's silhouette stands out as a testament to human ingenuity and technological prowess. Its instruments poised for discovery and research, it represents humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge about our universe. Uranus itself is shrouded in mystery with its unique blue-green hue and swirling atmosphere. This artwork invites us to marvel at its beauty while reminding us of our boundless curiosity about worlds far beyond our own. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are reminded of the profound impact that scientific exploration has had on shaping our understanding of the cosmos. It serves as an enduring symbol not only of Voyager 2's groundbreaking mission but also as an inspiration for future generations who will continue pushing boundaries in their quest for knowledge among the stars.
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