Friday, November 14, 2014

APOD 2.3

      November 12 2014 was a very exciting day in astronomical history. On that day humanity made its first attempt to land a probe on a comet. The probe's name was Philae. It was attached to the Rosetta space craft, once dislodging from the space craft it would land on the moon and then harpoon itself down. However the philae experienced some technical difficulties while landing and landed on its side. This could end up ruining the mission since now the spacecraft is not getting enough light for its batteries that it needs. This probe contains the most recent advancement in technology. It contains tools able to measure for organic materials. Has cameras that can send back footage of the comet. Has tools to measure the magnetic field around the comet. There is a gas analyzer inside the probe as well. Hopefully the probe is able to fix its position and receive more sunlight so it can take advantage of these awesome tools and measuring instruments.
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