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NASA reactivated Voyager 1 thrusters that had been unused for 37 years by sending commands across interstellar space.
Interstellar space
Who
NASA, engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
What
NASA reactivated Voyager 1 thrusters that had been unused for 37 years by sending commands across interstellar space.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:30:10 GMT · 2h 52m ago
Where
Interstellar space ·
Why
To test the functionality of the spacecraft's older thrusters.
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This event demonstrates the longevity and continued operability of the Voyager 1 spacecraft, extending its mission capabilities.
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