All articles tagged with #spacecraft longevity
Originally Published 4 months ago — by theregister.com
Voyager 1, launched nearly 50 years ago in 1977, continues to send data from deep space despite aging and reduced instrument functionality, with engineers working to extend its mission into the 2030s, making each communication a valuable bonus.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by WION
Voyager 1, launched in 1977, is nearing the end of its operational life as its power sources decline, with NASA managing a phased shutdown of instruments to extend its mission into the early 2030s, after which it will go silent when power or critical systems fail.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Register
NASA's Voyager spacecraft, launched nearly 50 years ago, continue to operate despite dwindling power and communication challenges. Voyager 1 recently experienced a communication pause due to a fault protection system triggered by power issues, but engineers have restored contact. Both Voyager probes are expected to remain operational until at least the early 2030s, thanks to the ingenuity of the Voyager team and upgrades to the Deep Space Network. The mission's longevity is a testament to the original design and the dedication of successive generations of engineers.