Space Probes Collection (#3)

Artists concept of the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, Front View

Artists concept of alien stealth technology
One of many suggestions concerning the infamous Area 51 secret military base is that it was the place where stealth technology was developed with the help of aliens, or from alien technology

Lunar cycler centrifuge
A living quarters module, secured to the end of a centrifuge boom, swings into the foreground while an unmanned cargo ship prepares to dock in the upper left

Artists concept of one of the twin Voyager spacecraft

Artist Concept of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
The crescent Earth rises above the lunar horizon in this spectacular photograph taken from the Apollo 17 spacecraft in lunar orbit during final lunar landing mission in the Apollo program

Mars Science Laboratory
This artists conception of the Mars Science Laboratory portrays use of the rovers ChemCam instrument to identify the chemical composition of a rock sample on the surface of Mars

Galileo spacecraft discovering asteroid 243 Ida and its moon, Dactyl
Galileo spacecraft discovering the first asteroid moon, Dactyl, orbiting the asteroid 243 Ida in the universe. It was the first time a moon was discovered orbiting an asteroid

A scorched space capsule lies abandoned on a barren moon. An Earth-like planet covered in water rises in the background

A manned orbital maintenance platform approaches the Chandra X-ray Observatory
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) approaches NASAs Chandra X-ray Observatory for repair and upgrade. Chandra is a space-based X-ray telescope that was launched in 1999

The Lunar CRater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) will help determine if there is water hidden in the permanently dark craters of one of the Moons poles by creating an impact plume that

A Grey Alien visits the site of three pyramids on an alien world
On the ice moon of a planet not unlike Saturn, a Grey Alien visits the site of three pyramids. Similar constructions also appear on his home world and several other known alien worlds

Artists concept of a lunar cycler approaching Earth
A lunar cycler rounds the south pole of the Earth near perigee, its closest approach to the Earth, while a trailing future generation space shuttle prepares for a rendezvous

Artist concept of NASAs Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover
Artists concept of NASAs Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity rover, a mobile robot for investigating Mars past or present ability to sustain microbial life

Artists concept of the Assimilators Claw in hyperspace, as described in the novels of Stephen Baxter

A shuttle delivers supplies to a space station
A shuttle from an Earth base makes its way with supplies to a space station in orbit over the planet

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

French / Bulgarian orbital weapons platform in orbit
French/Bulgarian orbital weapons platform featured in 2001: A Space Odyssey, in orbit

A reusable lunar shuttle prepares to dock with a lunar cycler
A reusable lunar shuttle, recently launched from the moon, prepares to dock with a lunar cycler. The lunar shuttle has a capacity for six crew and passengers

A manned orbital maintenance platform rendezvouses with Chandra X-ray Observatory
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) rendezvouses with NASAs Chandra X-ray Observatory for maintenance and upgrade

Artists rendition of Mars Rover

Artists concept of stealth technology being developed on Area 51
There are many theories concerning the infamous Area 51, mostly to do with aliens. Suppose they are based on truth, and that aliens have free range to test

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

Androids and robots explore an alien world
On a distant alien desert world, androids and robots are used to survey the planet for any valuable mineral deposits and potential sources of energy

Voyager spacecraft near Jupiter and its unrecognized ring

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

Artists concept for an Orion-drive battleship; American style

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

Starship inspired by the novels of Stephen Baxter

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

A rover explores a rocky, barren moon as a large, water covered world rises above the horizon

Robots are often used as farmers in uncomfortable conditions
In conditions that are uncomfortable for humans, robots are often used as farmers and gardeners

Rosetta probe and comet 67P Churyumov-Gerasimenko

A probe from Earth is sent to Jupiter to scan the gaseous atmosphere

Two courier shuttles pass near Eione on their way to Nereus, a large, heavily populated world. Nereus is a pelagic world, so civilization in this system was built up on any available land

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

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

An artists depiction of the close pass of comet C / 2013 A1 over Mars
An artists depiction of the close pass of comet C/2013 A1 over the Martian landscape. Also known as comet Siding Spring which is the Australian observatory that discovered the object

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

Every cosmic year, space vessels from all worlds just disappear. Some vessels are easily tracked and found, while others are found years later by fate or pure chance

A solar sail appears from the dusty depths of the Midnight Nebula
In the dusty depths of the Midnight Nebula, an unusual craft appears. A solar sail, which by its worn appearance appears to have been drifting for some time, slowly nears the gas giant Vidar

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

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"Exploring the Cosmos: Unveiling the Secrets of Space Probes" Embarking on a cosmic journey, they have become our eyes and ears in the vast expanse beyond Earth. Guided by visionaries like Carl Sagan, these remarkable devices have revolutionized our understanding of the universe. The Cassini spacecraft gracefully orbits Saturn and its enigmatic moon Titan, capturing breathtaking images that unravel celestial wonders previously unseen by human eyes. Meanwhile, Voyager 1 boldly ventures into uncharted territory as it crosses into interstellar space, carrying with it humanity's curiosity and aspirations. In an extraordinary twist of fate, an astronaut finds himself marooned on a barren planet, forced to survey his desolate surroundings while contemplating mankind's insignificance amidst the grandeur of outer space. But not all mysteries are born from within; some originate from extraterrestrial sources. An alien being defies expectations as it directs its spacecraft to create intricate crop circles on Earth's surface—a cryptic message or simply playful mischief? Back on our home planet, scientific marvels like the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe reveal astonishing insights into the origins and composition of our universe. These instruments push boundaries and challenge conventional wisdom at every turn. Meanwhile, Curiosity rover leaves its mark both literally and figuratively—capturing self-portraits against Mars' crimson backdrop in Gale Crater—an emblematic testament to human ingenuity reaching new frontiers. Voyager 1 continues its odyssey through Neptune's realm—a mesmerizing encounter with a distant giant that sparks awe-inspiring reflections about our place in this vast cosmos. As astronauts explore remnants left behind by ancient alien civilizations scattered across distant worlds, they confront profound questions about existence itself—pondering whether we are alone or merely one thread woven into an intricate cosmic tapestry. And finally, deep within Zeta Reticuli—the homeworld of Grey aliens—an enigmatic creature gazes upon the stars, perhaps contemplating its own place in the universe.