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NASA’s Voyager 2 survives daring ‘big bang’ maneuver
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NASA’s Voyager 2 survives daring ‘big bang’ maneuver

So, NASA has pulled off something remarkable with Voyager 2, executing a maneuver they’ve dubbed the ‘big bang’ to extend its mission by two years! This clever move was essential to tackle the ongoing power dilemma faced by the Voyagers, which have been running on dwindling energy from their plutonium sources. Engineers turned off some devices while activating others in a delicate dance to reduce power demand without freezing critical components. It’s a testament to human ingenuity and the enduring spirit of exploration that these probes, launched in 1977, continue to push the boundaries of our understanding of the universe.
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