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Orbit Collection (#10)

"Exploring the Vastness of Orbit: A Journey through Space and Time" The Solar System Planets

Background imageOrbit Collection: Russian spacecraft docked to the International Space Station

Russian spacecraft docked to the International Space Station
July 12, 2011 - A Russian Soyuz (foreground), and a Russian Progress supply ship (background), are docked to the International Space Station

Background imageOrbit Collection: Canadarm2 robotic arm prepares to release the Cygnus spacecraft

Canadarm2 robotic arm prepares to release the Cygnus spacecraft
October 22, 2013 - The International Space Stations Canadarm2 prepares to release the Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artist concept of NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution mission

Artist concept of NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution mission
An artist concept of NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN) mission

Background imageOrbit Collection: The International Space Station backdropped by a rugged Earth terrain

The International Space Station backdropped by a rugged Earth terrain
February 19, 2010 - The International Space Station backdropped by a rugged Earth terrain

Background imageOrbit Collection: One star absorbs another star close to a planet

One star absorbs another star close to a planet

Background imageOrbit Collection: A ringed rocky planet has many asteroids in orbit

A ringed rocky planet has many asteroids in orbit

Background imageOrbit Collection: A planetary ring orbits around a blue planet

A planetary ring orbits around a blue planet
A planetary ring consisting of moons or moonlets orbit around a blue planet near a large star and blue nebula

Background imageOrbit Collection: Two spacecraft fly back to their home planet after a mission

Two spacecraft fly back to their home planet after a mission
After completing their mission two spacecraft fly back to their home planet

Background imageOrbit Collection: Space station from 2001: A Space Odyssey

Space station from 2001: A Space Odyssey

Background imageOrbit Collection: Orion-drive spacecraft in lunar orbit

Orion-drive spacecraft in lunar orbit

Background imageOrbit Collection: Total eclipse of the Sun

Total eclipse of the Sun
Full moon passing in front of the Sun creating a total eclipse

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept illustrating the explosion of a supernova

Artists concept illustrating the explosion of a supernova
When a star turns into a supernova, any planets and their moons that orbit the dying star are also destroyed

Background imageOrbit Collection: Illustration of Tyche, a hypothetical planet that could exist within the Oort Cloud

Illustration of Tyche, a hypothetical planet that could exist within the Oort Cloud
Based on new and recent scientific evidence, Tyche is a hypothetical planet that could exist within our solar system far out within the Oort Cloud

Background imageOrbit Collection: Diagram showing how planets orbit within a ring of dust surrounding Beta Pictoris

Diagram showing how planets orbit within a ring of dust surrounding Beta Pictoris
A diagram showing how the planets of Beta Pictoris orbit within a ring of dust surrounding the star

Background imageOrbit Collection: The formation of new planets in an alien star system

The formation of new planets in an alien star system

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept of Space Interferometry Mission

Artists concept of Space Interferometry Mission

Background imageOrbit Collection: A black hole gobbles up planets down its vortex

A black hole gobbles up planets down its vortex

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept of the New Horizons spacecraft as it approaches Pluto and its largest moon

Artists concept of the New Horizons spacecraft as it approaches Pluto and its largest moon, Charon, in July 2015. The crafts miniature cameras, radio science experiment

Background imageOrbit Collection: 2014 Comet over Aromatum, Mars

2014 Comet over Aromatum, Mars
NASAs Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has a ringside seat as the 2014 comet passes very close to Mars

Background imageOrbit Collection: A planet in the future is surrounded by a protective grid system

A planet in the future is surrounded by a protective grid system

Background imageOrbit Collection: The Soyuz TMA-19 spacecraft

The Soyuz TMA-19 spacecraft
June 28, 2010 - The Soyuz TMA-19 spacecraft relocates from the Zvezda Service Modules aft port to the Rassvet Mini-Research Module 1 (MRM1) of the International Space Station

Background imageOrbit Collection: The Hubble Space Telescope in Earth orbit

The Hubble Space Telescope in Earth orbit

Background imageOrbit Collection: A probe investigating a heavily cratered moon in deep space

A probe investigating a heavily cratered moon in deep space
An artists depiction of a probe investigating a heavily cratered moon in deep space

Background imageOrbit Collection: A cosmic place where time and space fuse into a multitude of possibilities

A cosmic place where time and space fuse into a multitude of possibilities
Artists concept of a cosmic place where time and space fuse into a multitude of possibilities, bright, colorful and beautiful

Background imageOrbit Collection: New Horizons spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon

New Horizons spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft over dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept of Saturn and its moon Titan

Artists concept of Saturn and its moon Titan
Artists concept of how Saturn and Titan might look from a position in orbit around Titan. While in reality Saturn is vastly larger than Titan

Background imageOrbit Collection: Space station in orbit around Earth

Space station in orbit around Earth

Background imageOrbit Collection: A docked Russian Soyuz spacecraft backdropped by Earth

A docked Russian Soyuz spacecraft backdropped by Earth
April 22, 2011 - A docked Russian Soyuz spacecraft backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth

Background imageOrbit Collection: A close-up view of a section of the International Space Station

A close-up view of a section of the International Space Station
May 29, 2011 - A close-up view of a section of the International Space Station

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artist concept of NanoSail-D in space

Artist concept of NanoSail-D in space

Background imageOrbit Collection: Close-up of space station from 2001: A Space Odyssey

Close-up of space station from 2001: A Space Odyssey

Background imageOrbit Collection: A spacecraft beams through a small cluster of planets rich in ores and minerals

A spacecraft beams through a small cluster of planets rich in ores and minerals
Out in space lies billions of worlds teeming with rich ores, minerals, and the possibility of neighbors. A fellow spacecraft beams through this small cluster of promising planets

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept of a distant red planet orbiting its Sun

Artists concept of a distant red planet orbiting its Sun. This alien world shows definite signs of water, and therefore maybe life itself

Background imageOrbit Collection: Concept for Mars Volcanic Emission Life Scout

Concept for Mars Volcanic Emission Life Scout
December 21, 2004 - This artists rendition depicts a concept for a Mars orbiter that would scrutinize the martian atmosphere for chemical traces of life or environments supportive of life that might

Background imageOrbit Collection: A section of the International Space Station

A section of the International Space Station
February 13, 2008 - A section of the International Space Station. The blackness of space and Earths airglow provide the backdrop for the scene

Background imageOrbit Collection: New Horizons spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon

New Horizons spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon
NASAs New Horizons unmanned spacecraft flies by dwarf planet Pluto and its moon Charon. New Horizons has been en route to Pluto since its launch from Earth in 2006

Background imageOrbit Collection: The aft section of space shuttle Discovery backdropped by planet Earth

The aft section of space shuttle Discovery backdropped by planet Earth
February 26, 2011 - The aft section of space shuttle Discovery backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth

Background imageOrbit Collection: The Cupola of the International Space Station

The Cupola of the International Space Station
April 21, 2012 - The Cupola of the International Space Station, backdropped by the blackness of space

Background imageOrbit Collection: The unpiloted ISS Progress 42 supply vehicle

The unpiloted ISS Progress 42 supply vehicle
October 29, 2011 - The unpiloted ISS Progress 42 supply vehicle

Background imageOrbit Collection: SpaceX Dragon in the grasp of Canadarm2

SpaceX Dragon in the grasp of Canadarm2
March 3, 2013 - SpaceX Dragon in the grasp of the Space Station Remote Manipulator System or Canadarm2, backdropped by a blue and white Earth

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists concept of a spacecraft orbiting Mars

Artists concept of a spacecraft orbiting Mars
This artists concept of a proposed Mars sample return mission portrays the capture of a collection of Martian samples by a spacecraft orbiting Mars

Background imageOrbit Collection: The Soyuz TMA-20 spacecraft

The Soyuz TMA-20 spacecraft
December 17, 2010 - The Soyuz TMA-20 spacecraft approaches the International Space Station

Background imageOrbit Collection: The creation of a new solar system somewhere deep in outer space

The creation of a new solar system somewhere deep in outer space

Background imageOrbit Collection: Artists depiction of a gas giant planet surrounded by three moons

Artists depiction of a gas giant planet surrounded by three moons. The view is from the largest and farthest moon in the group

Background imageOrbit Collection: Explorers in space suits exit an Asteroid Lander

Explorers in space suits exit an Asteroid Lander
A pair of explorers in space suits exit an Asteroid Lander in preparation for exploring the asteroids surface. The surface gravity is so low that in terms of moving about the experience is more akin

Background imageOrbit Collection: Space station in orbit around Earth with space shuttle

Space station in orbit around Earth with space shuttle

Background imageOrbit Collection: Close-up view of the aft section of the International Space Station

Close-up view of the aft section of the International Space Station
March 7, 2011 - A close-up view of the aft section of the International Space Station

Background imageOrbit Collection: Close-up of the front section of space shuttle Atlantis

Close-up of the front section of space shuttle Atlantis
July 10, 2011 - Close-up of the front section of space shuttle Atlantis in Earth orbit




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"Exploring the Vastness of Orbit: A Journey through Space and Time" The Solar System Planets: Witness the mesmerizing dance of celestial bodies as they gracefully orbit around our radiant Sun. International Space Station, 2008: Behold a marvel of human ingenuity, floating effortlessly in Earth's orbit, serving as a symbol of international cooperation and scientific exploration. Jupiter from Europa, Artwork: Immerse yourself in an artist's rendition of Jupiter's majestic presence as seen from its moon Europa – a breathtaking view that sparks wonder and curiosity. Epicycles of Mercury and Venus, 1823 C017 / 8061: Delve into the intricate paths traced by Mercury and Venus throughout history – unraveling ancient astronomers' attempts to understand their complex orbital patterns. Skylab in Orbit above Earth at the End of Its Mission, 1974: Marvel at NASA's pioneering space station – Skylab – suspended high above our planet during its final moments before reentry, leaving behind an indelible mark on space exploration history. Cassini spacecraft Orbiting Saturn and Its Moon Titan: Embark on a cosmic journey alongside Cassini as it navigates Saturn's rings while capturing awe-inspiring images of its enigmatic moon Titan - revealing secrets hidden within this distant realm. Nuclear Fission Artwork: Explore the intersection between science and art with captivating visuals depicting nuclear fission - showcasing humanity's quest for knowledge even beyond Earthly boundaries. Total Eclipse of the Sun Seen from Earth’s Orbit: Experience an extraordinary event witnessed only by those fortunate enough to be in Earth’s orbit - a total eclipse casting ethereal shadows across our planet’s surface, reminding us of nature’s grand spectacle. Copernicus vs Ptolemy - A Celestial Debate Unveiled.