Jet Propulsion Laboratory

NASA Powers Down Voyager 1 Equipment to Extend Spacecraft’s Lifespan

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NASA has taken another step to preserve the longevity of Voyager 1, the most distant human-made object in space, by shutting down additional systems aboard the spacecraft to conserve its dwindling power supply. As the probe continues its journey through interstellar space, mission engineers are making careful adjustments to ensure it can continue transmitting valuable … Read more

John R. Casani: The NASA Pioneer Behind Voyager, Galileo & Cassini Missions

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The world of space exploration mourns the loss of John Casani, a pivotal engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory whose perform unlocked unprecedented understanding of our solar system. Casani, who passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 92, is remembered as a visionary whose contributions spanned decades and shaped some of the … Read more