Going Beyond the Edge of Our Solar System

The Voyager mission, launched in 1977, aimed to study Jupiter and Saturn but was extended to explore Neptune, Uranus, and interstellar space. The probes, Voyager 1 and 2, have traveled billions of kilometers, providing unprecedented data. They discovered magnetic bubbles in the heliosheath and crossed into interstellar space, challenging existing models. Despite nearing the end of their power supply, the probes' legacy continues, carrying the Golden Record as a testament to human ingenuity.

What were the names of the twin probes launched by NASA?

What was the primary purpose of the Voyager probes?

How long did NASA originally intend for the Voyager mission to last?

How far have Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 traveled from Earth?

What was the last image taken by Voyager 1, and why is it famous?

What challenges did the Voyager probes face during their journey?

What significant discovery did the Voyager probes make about the Sun's magnetic field?

What is the heliopause, and why is it significant?

What is the expected future of the Voyager probes in terms of their journey through space?

What are the Golden Records, and what do they contain?