Voyager 1 News

Voyager 1, a NASA space probe launched in 1977, is the most distant human-made object from Earth. It transmits data from interstellar space, offering...

What is Voyager 1?

Voyager 1 is a NASA space probe launched in 1977, renowned as the most distant human-made object from Earth, currently operating in interstellar space.

When was Voyager 1 launched and what was its primary mission?

It was launched on September 5, 1977. Its primary mission involved studying Jupiter, Saturn, and their moons.

Is Voyager 1 still functioning and transmitting data?

Yes, Voyager 1 is still functioning and transmitting engineering and scientific data, though at a very low rate, from interstellar space.

Has Voyager 1 left our solar system?

Yes, Voyager 1 officially entered interstellar space in August 2012, crossing the heliopause, the boundary where the Sun's influence significantly diminishes.

How far is Voyager 1 from Earth?

Its distance from Earth is constantly increasing, currently over 15.5 billion miles (25 billion kilometers), making it the furthest human-made object.

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