Robotic Spacecraft Collection (#3)

NASAs Dawn spacecraft orbiting the giant asteroid Vesta
Artists concept showing NASAs Dawn spacecraft orbiting the giant asteroid Vesta

Artists rendition of Mars Rover

An unpiloted Progress 17 supply vehicle
June 15, 2005 - An unpiloted Progress 17 supply vehicle departs from the International Space Station carrying its load of trash and unneeded equipment to be deorbited

The Cygnus spacecraft begins its separation from the International Space Station
October 22, 2013 - The Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft begins its relative separation from the International Space Station

The Edoardo Amaldi Automated Transfer Vehicle-3 resupply spacecraft
March 28, 2012 - The Edoardo Amaldi Automated Transfer Vehicle-3 (ATV-3

Mars Science Laboratory travels near a canyon on Mars
December 2, 2003 - The Mars Science Laboratory travels near a canyon on Mars in this artists concept. The mission is under development for launch in 2009 and a precision landing on Mars in 2010

Artists concept of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter

Voyager spacecraft near Jupiter and its unrecognized ring

An explorer departs a manned rover ina martian canyon
A manned rover pauses in a martian canyon while an explorer in a protective pressurized suit departs. This rover provides a pressurized shirtsleeve environment enabling a crew of two to explore a

Artists concept of a space tug docked with a lunar lander. With the space tug firmly docked with the lunar lander, the two will function as a single spacecraft for the duration of a 3-day trip to

NASAs Curiosity Mars rover on planet Mars
April 27, 2014 - NASAs Curiosity Mars rover used the camera at the end of its arm in April and May 2014 to take dozens of component images combined into this self-portrait where the rover drilled

The Cygnus spacecraft attached to the Harmony Node in the grasp of Canadarm2
October 5, 2013 - Attached to the Harmony node, the first Cygnus commercial cargo spacecraft in the grasp of the Canadarm2. The thin line of Earths atmosphere provides the backdrop for the scene

The Mariner 5 spacecraft against a black background

Mars Odyssey spacecraft passes above Mars south pole
October 28, 2003 - The Mars Odyssey spacecraft passes above Mars south pole in this artists concept illustration. The spacecraft has been orbiting Mars since October 24, 2001

Artists concept of the Dawn spacecraft as it approaches an encounter with Ceres
An artists depiction of the Dawn spacecraft as it approaches an encounter with Ceres. The satellite will investigate the two bright spots on the surface of the dwarf planet

Artists concept of the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer spacecraft
This artists concept shows the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer, or WISE spacecraft, in its orbit around Earth. In September of 2013

Spitzer departing the Earth soon after launch. Africa is prominently visible. The radio dish facilities at Hartebeesthoek, South Africa, will play a vital role in early communications after launch

Rosetta probe and comet 67P Churyumov-Gerasimenko

Canadarm2 robotic arm releases the Cygnus spacecraft
October 22, 2013 - The International Space Stations Canadarm2 releases the Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft. A blue and white part of Earth provides the backdrop for the scene

The Progress 46 spacecraft
April 19, 2012 - The Progress 46 spacecraft departs from the International Space Station

Artists concept of twin GRAIL spacecraft orbiting the moon
Artists concept of twin GRAIL spacecraft flying in formation around the moon. Using a precision formation-flying technique, the twin GRAIL spacecraft will map the moons gravity field

The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft is suspended in the grasp of the Candarm2
May 31, 2012 - The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft is suspended in the grasp of the Candarm2 robotic arm some 240 miles above Earth

Artists concept of NASAs Curiosity rover tucked inside the spacecrafts backshell
An artists concept of NASAs Curiosity rover tucked inside the Mars Science Laboratory spacecrafts backshell while the spacecraft is descending on a parachute toward Mars

Mars Exploration Rover Spirit in Gusev Crater
The Mars Exploration Rover Spirit is dwarfed by the desolate Martian desert in Gusev Crater as she makes steady progress towards the distant Columbia Hills

The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft with Earths horizon in the background
May 25, 2012 - With darkness, Earths horizon and thin line of atmosphere forming a backdrop, the SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is grappled by the Canadarm2 robotic arm at the International

Curiosity the Mars Mountaineer
The Martian sun sets behind Curiosity as it struggles up the rugged slopes of Mount Sharp. If it succeeds in its climb, the rover will have completed the longest

The Cassini spacecraft in orbit around the planet Saturn during sunrise
The Cassini spacecraft witnesses a shrunken sun break over Saturn. Saturns rings and two of its moons are also visible

Concept of NASAs Mars Science Laboratory aeroshell capsule as it enters the Martian
Artists concept depicting the interaction of NASAs Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft with the upper atmosphere of Mars during the entry

The separation of an Earth entry vehicle on a proposed Mars Sample Return Mission
This artists concept of a proposed Mars sample return mission portrays the separation of an Earth entry vehicle, bearing a container of Martian rock samples

A space probe investigates a cloud covered planet in outer space
A space probe investigates a beautiful cloud covered planet in outer space. Clouds swirl over the planets surface and through its atmosphere

Artists concept of NASAs MAVEN spacecraft
This artists concept depicts NASAs Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN (MAVEN) spacecraft near Mars. MAVEN is in development for launch in 2013

Voyager 2 spacecraft studies the outer limits of the heliosphere
This artists rendering depicts the Voyager 2 spacecraft as it studies the outer limits of the heliosphere, a magnetic bubble around the solar system that is created by the solar wind

The SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft berthed to the ISS
May 25, 2012 - The SpaceX Dragon commercial cargo craft is berthed to the Earth-facing side of the International Space Stations Harmony node

Artists concept of Cassini during the Saturn Orbit Insertion maneuver
This is an artists concept of Cassini during the Saturn Orbit Insertion (SOI) maneuver, just after the main engine has begun firing

Mars Telecommunications Orbiter
This illustration depicts a concept for operation of an optical communications system on the Mars Telecommunications Orbiter

Artists concept of Deep Impacts Encounter with Comet Tempel 1

The Progress 41 resupply vehicle in orbit
January 29, 2011 - An unpiloted ISS Progress 41 resupply vehicle approaches the International Space Station, bringing 1, 918 pounds of propellant, 110 pounds of oxygen, 926 pounds of water and 3

Artists Concept of Voyager Spacecraft

A lone satellite drifts silently across Earths orbit as the sun slowly rises for another day

The rover and descent stage for NASAs Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft
Artists concept of the rover and descent stage for NASAs Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft during the final minute before the Curiosity rover touches down on the surface of Mars

Mars Odyssey spacecraft over martian sunrise
October 28, 2003 - Odyssey over Martian Sunrise. The Mars Odyssey spacecraft passes above a portion of the planet that is rotating into the sunlight in this artists concept illustration

Phoenix Mars Lander
In this artists concept illustration, the Phoenix Mars Lander begins to shut down operations as winter sets in. The far-northern latitudes on Mars experience no sunlight during winter

Artists conception of Spitzer ejecting its dust cover

Spitzer rendered against an infrared sky
Spitzer rendered against an infrared (100 micron) sky

Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
June 3, 2005 - This image is an artists concept of a view looking down on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. The spacecraft is pictured using its Shallow Subsurface Radar instrument (SHARAD)

A scorched space capsule lies abandoned on a barren world

The Cassini spacecraft in orbit. Cassini was launched in 2007 and sent near Saturn for observation in 2004. The current end of mission plan is 2017

The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft prior to being released by the Canadarm2 robotic arm
May 31, 2012 - The SpaceX Dragon cargo craft is pictured just prior to being released by the International Space Stations Canadarm2 robotic arm to allow it to head toward a splashdown in the Pacific

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"Exploring the Cosmos: Robotic Spacecraft Unveiling the Wonders of the Universe" Cassini spacecraft orbits Saturn and its enigmatic moon Titan, unraveling mysteries hidden within their celestial dance. Voyager 1 spacecraft embarks on an unprecedented journey, venturing into interstellar space, leaving a trail of human curiosity in its wake. Marooned astronaut surveys his desolate surroundings on a barren planet, relying on technology to survive amidst isolation and uncertainty. The Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe unveils secrets of the early universe, shedding light on cosmic microwave background radiation and our origins. Curiosity rover captures a mesmerizing self-portrait against Mars' rugged terrain, reminding us of humanity's relentless pursuit to understand distant worlds. Voyager 1 encounters Neptune in its grand tour through our solar system, capturing breathtaking images that ignite awe for our vast celestial neighborhood. Astronaut gazes upon a desolate and rocky moon surface, contemplating mankind's potential future as we venture beyond Earth's boundaries. Voyager 1 bids farewell to our solar system as it ventures into uncharted territory, carrying with it humanity's dreams and aspirations for exploration. Robots and machines tirelessly mine resources on a volcanic planet, showcasing how automation can unlock new frontiers while minimizing human risk. New Horizons spacecraft approaches Pluto and its loyal companion Charon; together they reveal the captivating beauty of dwarf planets lurking at our cosmic doorstep. Mars Science Laboratory continues to unravel Mars' ancient secrets with cutting-edge technology; paving the way for future manned missions to explore the Red Planet's mysteries further.