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Nasa Revives Voyager 1 Thrusters After 20 Years

5/21/2025

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NASA has breathed new life into Voyager 1 by reviving its primary roll thrusters after two decades of silence. This vital repair ensures the spacecraft can keep its connection with Earth. Since its launch in 1977, Voyager 1 has been a treasure trove of information about the outer solar system, with excitement building for its 50th anniversary in 2027.

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NASA has breathed new life into Voyager 1 by reviving its primary roll thrusters after two decades of silence. This vital repair ensures the spacecraft can keep its connection with Earth. Since its launch in 1977, Voyager 1 has been a treasure trove of information about the outer solar system, with excitement building for its 50th anniversary in 2027.