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Voyager 2 reaches interstellar space

Iowa-led instrument detects plasma density jump, confirming spacecraft has entered the realm of the stars

University of Iowa researchers report the spacecraft Voyager 2 has reached interstellar space, following Voyager 1’s historic passage six years ago. In the study, the researchers note a jump in plasma density detected by an Iowa-led plasma wave instrument on the spacecraft as evidence. Image courtesy of NASA/JPL-Caltech.

 
  •      Tuesday, November 5, 2019
  •      Post by: dpolk
  •      Category: Space Exploration

 

Voyager 2 reaches interstellar space

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