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Voyager 1
The farthest human-made object from Earth.
Mission Overview
Launched to study the outer planets, Voyager 1 provided stunning images of Jupiter and Saturn before heading into interstellar space.
Learning from History
"It carries the "Golden Record," containing sounds and images of Earth for any aliens who might find it."
Mission Specs
| Year | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Probe |
| Destination | Outer Planets / Interstellar |
| Status | Active |
| Rocket | Titan IIIE |