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spacescience1 year ago

"Race Against Time: NASA's Efforts to Save Voyager 1 from Critical Malfunction"

NASA has identified the source of the glitch preventing Voyager 1 from sending back scientific data, but fixing it remains a challenge due to the spacecraft's outdated computer system and the 45-hour round-trip for messages to reach it. The glitch, which started late last year, has hindered the transmission of scientific observations. Despite efforts by NASA engineers, the problem persists, and the spacecraft's declining power supply adds urgency to the situation. Voyager 1's instruments are still operational, but they require a functioning flight data system to return data to Earth.

via IFLScience|
#computer-glitch#nasa#space-exploration
spacetechnology1 year ago

Race Against Time: NASA's Battle to Save Voyager 1

NASA's Voyager 1, located over 15 billion miles away, is facing a critical situation due to a computer glitch hindering its ability to transmit essential telemetry data back to Earth. The malfunction, suspected to be in the Flight Data System, has left the mission's support team in the dark about key parameters related to the craft's systems. The unprecedented technical and logistical challenge, compounded by the spacecraft's age and technology, has underscored the pressing need for a solution to ensure the continuation of its journey through the cosmos. Despite ongoing efforts, the absence of comprehensive telemetry data has posed a significant obstacle in restoring full functionality to the probe, with NASA remaining hopeful for a resolution.

via The Debrief|
#computer-glitch#nasa#space-probe
space-exploration1 year ago

"NASA Engineers Work to Resolve Voyager 1 Computer Glitch"

NASA's Voyager 1, currently over 15 billion miles away, is experiencing a computer glitch that has hindered the transmission of telemetry data back to Earth since November 14. This has left the mission's support team in Southern California without crucial information about the spacecraft's status, including its propulsion, power, and control systems. Engineers are working to diagnose and fix the problem, which is believed to stem from a bit of corrupted memory in the probe's Flight Data Subsystem. Despite the challenges, the team remains hopeful and is exploring alternative solutions to restore communication with the historic spacecraft.

via WIRED|
#computer-glitch#interstellar-space#nasa
space-exploration1 year ago

"Computer Glitch Imperils Humanity's Farthest Space Probe"

NASA's Voyager 1, the most distant spacecraft, is facing a serious computer glitch that has hindered its ability to send back telemetry data, leaving engineers unable to monitor key parameters such as propulsion and power systems. The glitch, which arose in November, is believed to be related to a bit of corrupted memory in the probe's Flight Data Subsystem. Despite efforts to diagnose the issue, the ground team has been unable to retrieve detailed data from Voyager 1.

via Ars Technica|
#computer-glitch#interstellar-space#nasa
space2 years ago

Voyager 1's Mysterious Communication Issues Puzzle NASA

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft, currently the farthest spacecraft from Earth, has experienced a computer glitch that is causing a communication breakdown with its mission team. Engineers are working to solve the issue as the aging spacecraft explores uncharted cosmic territory. Voyager 1 and its twin, Voyager 2, are the only spacecraft to operate beyond the heliosphere. The glitch involves the flight data system, which is stuck on auto-repeat, preventing the transmission of science and engineering data. The mission team is investigating the cause and potential solutions, but the process could take weeks. Despite the challenges, the Voyager probes continue to provide valuable insights into our solar system and beyond.

via KSL.com|
#communication-breakdown#computer-glitch#nasa
space-exploration2 years ago

Voyager 1's Communication Breakdown: Engineers Rush to Fix Computer Issue

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft, launched in 1977 and currently over 15 billion miles away from Earth, is experiencing communication issues due to a computer glitch. The spacecraft's flight data system (FDS) and telemetry modulation unit (TMU) are having trouble communicating with each other, resulting in gibberish data being sent to mission control. Engineers are consulting decades-old manuals to fix the 46-year-old mission, but it takes 22.5 hours for commands to reach Voyager 1, making troubleshooting a slow process. Despite these challenges, Voyager 1 remains NASA's longest-operating mission and has traveled farther from Earth than any other spacecraft.

via Gizmodo|
#communication-breakdown#computer-glitch#nasa
sports2 years ago

"Computer Glitch Denies Spain's Paredes 100th Game Milestone"

Spain defender Irene Paredes missed her 100th appearance with the women's national team due to a computer glitch, which prevented her from being added to Spain's official match squad. The Spanish soccer federation was unable to update the game squad in UEFA's official application, resulting in the previous match's squad being listed instead. Despite the setback, Spain defeated Switzerland 7-1 in the Women's Nations League, with Alexia Putellas scoring twice. Paredes joins Alexia Putellas and Jenni Hermoso as the only players to reach the 100-match mark with Spain's women's team.

via ESPN|
#computer-glitch#irene-paredes#spain
space2 years ago

Computer glitch blamed for Luna-25 crash in Russia

Russia's Luna-25 lunar lander mission crashed in August due to a computer glitch that caused faulty commands during a maneuver. The onboard computer failed to activate an accelerometer, preventing the recording of the required speed and timely shutdown of the spacecraft's propulsion system. The crash occurred on the steep inner rim of Pontécoulant G crater, about 400 kilometers from the planned landing site. Despite the setback, Roscosmos plans to continue its lunar exploration efforts and is considering shifting the Luna-26 and Luna-27 missions to expedite results.

via SpaceNews|
#computer-glitch#crash#luna-25
technology2 years ago

"United Airlines' US Flights Temporarily Grounded Due to Software Update"

United Airlines briefly grounded all planes in the US due to a computer glitch caused by a software update, resulting in a widespread slowdown in the airline's technology systems. Flights already in the air continued as planned, and the issue was resolved about an hour later. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the ground stop and stated that 211 flights were delayed. This incident follows a similar FAA computer outage in January that halted departures of all US flights for several hours.

via BBC|
#computer-glitch#faa#flights