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Separation confirmed! ✅ The SpaceX rocket has demonstrated its ability to withstand the extreme conditions of launch. Our next big milestone will be to acquire #MissionToPsyche's signal and confirm the spacecraft is in good health, which could take up to 2 hours.

Separation confirmed! ✅ The SpaceX rocket has demonstrated its ability to withstand the extreme conditions of launch. Our next big milestone will be to acquire #MissionToPsyche's signal and confirm the spacecraft is in good health, which could take up to 2 hours.

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Two new horizons: From different sides of Mars, the Curiosity and Perseverance rovers have both captured new panoramic perspectives of the science-rich landscapes they’re exploring. Perseverance's view shows a region that holds some of the oldest rocks in the solar system.

Two new horizons: From different sides of Mars, the Curiosity and Perseverance rovers have both captured new panoramic perspectives of the science-rich landscapes they’re exploring. Perseverance's view shows a region that holds some of the oldest rocks in the solar system.

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Mars is a dusty place – but every two years, the dust settles. The Perseverance rover's imaging team took advantage of this moment to capture one of the sharpest panoramas of its mission so far! Explore the full image:

Mars is a dusty place – but every two years, the dust settles. The Perseverance rover's imaging team took advantage of this moment to capture one of the sharpest panoramas of its mission so far! Explore the full image:

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Special delivery 🎁 The JPL-built Roman Coronagraph Instrument has been delivered to NASA Goddard, where it will be integrated with Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. The tech demo will increase the variety of exoplanets that scientists can directly image.

Special delivery 🎁 The JPL-built Roman Coronagraph Instrument has been delivered to NASA Goddard, where it will be integrated with Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. The tech demo will increase the variety of exoplanets that scientists can directly image.

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Why is Sentinel-6B built to measure the height of the ocean? Because that measurement can affect our daily life – from improving weather forecasts to helping protect coastal infrastructure like military installations. This data also keeps ships safe at sea, like the ones carrying our packages!

Why is Sentinel-6B built to measure the height of the ocean? Because that measurement can affect our daily life – from improving weather forecasts to helping protect coastal infrastructure like military installations. This data also keeps ships safe at sea, like the ones carrying our packages!

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Thanks for the kind words, Mr. Shatner. 🖖 Do you have a message for Ingenuity, too? Share it on social and tag #ThanksIngenuity!

Thanks for the kind words, Mr. Shatner. 🖖 Do you have a message for Ingenuity, too? Share it on social and tag #ThanksIngenuity!

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What fuels the 400 or so active volcanoes on Jupiter's moon Io? #JunoMission data collected during close flybys of this volcanic moon suggests that each volcano is likely powered by its own chamber – rather than a subsurface ocean – of magma:

What fuels the 400 or so active volcanoes on Jupiter's moon Io? #JunoMission data collected during close flybys of this volcanic moon suggests that each volcano is likely powered by its own chamber – rather than a subsurface ocean – of magma:

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NASA Artemis crew, we were counting down with you. Congratulations on yesterday's historic launch!

NASA Artemis crew, we were counting down with you. Congratulations on yesterday's historic launch!

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The floor is lava! No, but really. New findings from NASA's Juno probe show how widespread lava lakes are on Jupiter’s hottest moon, Io! Scientists have a few theories about these fire-breathing lakes:

The floor is lava! No, but really. New findings from NASA's Juno probe show how widespread lava lakes are on Jupiter’s hottest moon, Io! Scientists have a few theories about these fire-breathing lakes:

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Take in this epic photo of our community of women at JPL. Each group represents a generation - starting with our longest-serving employee, who has been here for more than 60 years! As of 2021, more than 30% of our workforce identify as women.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Take in this epic photo of our community of women at JPL. Each group represents a generation - starting with our longest-serving employee, who has been here for more than 60 years! As of 2021, more than 30% of our workforce identify as women.

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Meanwhile, the Curiosity rover captured this 360-degree view of a region filled with low ridges called boxwork formations. At 1.5 billion pixels, this is one of the largest panoramas Curiosity has ever taken. Explore the full-resolution images:

Meanwhile, the Curiosity rover captured this 360-degree view of a region filled with low ridges called boxwork formations. At 1.5 billion pixels, this is one of the largest panoramas Curiosity has ever taken. Explore the full-resolution images:

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Happy "space turkey" day! 🦃 The Orion Nebula, part of the Orion constellation, is located about 1,500 light-years from Earth. NASA's Spitzer and Hubble space telescopes teamed up to create this composite image. Let us know if you see a "space turkey" this Thanksgiving Day!

Happy "space turkey" day! 🦃 The Orion Nebula, part of the Orion constellation, is located about 1,500 light-years from Earth. NASA's Spitzer and Hubble space telescopes teamed up to create this composite image. Let us know if you see a "space turkey" this Thanksgiving Day!

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Mars in motion! ⏩ While on its way to explore a mysterious, metal-rich asteroid, our Psyche spacecraft sped by Mars for a gravity assist to pick up speed and adjust its trajectory. As it approached the planet, it captured this series of high-res snaps.

Mars in motion! ⏩ While on its way to explore a mysterious, metal-rich asteroid, our Psyche spacecraft sped by Mars for a gravity assist to pick up speed and adjust its trajectory. As it approached the planet, it captured this series of high-res snaps.

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Four JPL-built propulsive drones – known as MoonFall – will survey the lunar surface at potential NASA Artemis landing sites in unprecedented detail. The mission is part of the initial phase of the NASA Moon Base initiative. Learn more:

Four JPL-built propulsive drones – known as MoonFall – will survey the lunar surface at potential NASA Artemis landing sites in unprecedented detail. The mission is part of the initial phase of the NASA Moon Base initiative. Learn more:

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How does a spacecraft survive a wild rocket ride and harsh space conditions? By passing a series of tests here on Earth first. Preparing to launch in less than six months, ARCHIVED - NASA Europa Clipper recently endured shaking, chilling, airlessness, and more:

How does a spacecraft survive a wild rocket ride and harsh space conditions? By passing a series of tests here on Earth first. Preparing to launch in less than six months, ARCHIVED - NASA Europa Clipper recently endured shaking, chilling, airlessness, and more:

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Skywatchers will be treated to two amazing sights in the night sky tonight: Comet 10P/Tempel 2 and the Milky Way. To find the comet, use binoculars to search for a fuzzy glow in the constellation Capricornus.

Skywatchers will be treated to two amazing sights in the night sky tonight: Comet 10P/Tempel 2 and the Milky Way. To find the comet, use binoculars to search for a fuzzy glow in the constellation Capricornus.

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Powering the next giant leap. A novel electromagnetic thruster that runs on lithium metal vapor was successfully fired up for the first time during initial tests at JPL. Fully developed and paired with a nuclear power source, these thrusters could reduce launch mass and support payloads required for human Mars missions.

Powering the next giant leap. A novel electromagnetic thruster that runs on lithium metal vapor was successfully fired up for the first time during initial tests at JPL. Fully developed and paired with a nuclear power source, these thrusters could reduce launch mass and support payloads required for human Mars missions.

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Calling all early birds! 🐦 If you wake up before the Sun this weekend, you’ll be rewarded with a great view of the Moon, Mars, and Saturn.

Calling all early birds! 🐦 If you wake up before the Sun this weekend, you’ll be rewarded with a great view of the Moon, Mars, and Saturn.

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NASA’s #MissionToPsyche – on its way to explore a rare, metal-rich asteroid – is about to get a speed boost from Mars. 🚀🏁 On May 15, spacecraft will harness the Red Planet’s gravitational pull as a slingshot to increase its speed and adjust its trajectory. 1/2

NASA’s #MissionToPsyche – on its way to explore a rare, metal-rich asteroid – is about to get a speed boost from Mars. 🚀🏁 On May 15, spacecraft will harness the Red Planet’s gravitational pull as a slingshot to increase its speed and adjust its trajectory. 1/2

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Meet ERNEST: a prototype rover that’s faster, smarter, and showcasing new ways to tackle tough terrain. This tech could be infused into future Moon and Mars missions.

Meet ERNEST: a prototype rover that’s faster, smarter, and showcasing new ways to tackle tough terrain. This tech could be infused into future Moon and Mars missions.

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New images confirm the #MarsHelicopter sustained rotor damage during Flight 72. Our helicopter has flown its final flight. Ingenuity defied the odds and captured our hearts. #ThanksIngenuity for showing us what’s possible when we dare mighty things.

New images confirm the #MarsHelicopter sustained rotor damage during Flight 72. Our helicopter has flown its final flight. Ingenuity defied the odds and captured our hearts. #ThanksIngenuity for showing us what’s possible when we dare mighty things.

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A Venus-Jupiter conjunction tomorrow night kicks off a mini planetary parade – with Mercury joining the scene through June 15. Look west just after sunset to see the planets cozied up!

A Venus-Jupiter conjunction tomorrow night kicks off a mini planetary parade – with Mercury joining the scene through June 15. Look west just after sunset to see the planets cozied up!

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Launch success 🚀👏 Teams have received full acquisition of signal from Sentinel-6B, indicating that we are communicating with the satellite and it is functioning nominally. Congratulations to the Sentinel-6B mission teams!

Launch success 🚀👏 Teams have received full acquisition of signal from Sentinel-6B, indicating that we are communicating with the satellite and it is functioning nominally. Congratulations to the Sentinel-6B mission teams!

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What’s up for July? Planets on display, a familiar comet swings by, prime views of the Milky Way, and Saturn’s rings shine at a new angle!

What’s up for July? Planets on display, a familiar comet swings by, prime views of the Milky Way, and Saturn’s rings shine at a new angle!

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Perseverance just did something it’s never done before. On Dec. 8 and 10, 2025, the Mars rover completed drives planned by generative AI. The first-of-its-kind demonstration hints at a future of more efficient exploration and even more science.

Perseverance just did something it’s never done before. On Dec. 8 and 10, 2025, the Mars rover completed drives planned by generative AI. The first-of-its-kind demonstration hints at a future of more efficient exploration and even more science.

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Happy solstice! ☀️ Yesterday kicked off astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere. This time of year, the summer triangle rises into view in the night sky. Between these stars, amazing deep-sky objects are visible with a telescope, including the Ring and Veil Nebulas.

Happy solstice! ☀️ Yesterday kicked off astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere. This time of year, the summer triangle rises into view in the night sky. Between these stars, amazing deep-sky objects are visible with a telescope, including the Ring and Veil Nebulas.

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As NASA prepares to send human explorers to the Moon and beyond, we are advancing the technology that will enable high-definition video and science data to be transferred... with lasers! More on the Deep Space Optical Communications experiment (DSOC):

As NASA prepares to send human explorers to the Moon and beyond, we are advancing the technology that will enable high-definition video and science data to be transferred... with lasers! More on the Deep Space Optical Communications experiment (DSOC):

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Five years ago today, NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter took its first flight on Mars! After 72 flights, 11 miles flown, and a top altitude of 24 meters, Ingenuity ended its mission on January 25, 2024.

Five years ago today, NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter took its first flight on Mars! After 72 flights, 11 miles flown, and a top altitude of 24 meters, Ingenuity ended its mission on January 25, 2024.

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Tomorrow morning is your best chance to see comet C/2025 R3 (PANSTARRS)! Grab your binoculars and look for a bright streak near the eastern horizon in the constellation Pegasus about 90 minutes before sunrise.

Tomorrow morning is your best chance to see comet C/2025 R3 (PANSTARRS)! Grab your binoculars and look for a bright streak near the eastern horizon in the constellation Pegasus about 90 minutes before sunrise.

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This year’s Lyrid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday! For your best chance at seeing a meteor, find dark skies and look up at the eastern sky near the bright star Vega after 10pm.

This year’s Lyrid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday! For your best chance at seeing a meteor, find dark skies and look up at the eastern sky near the bright star Vega after 10pm.

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Earth has a temporary, tiny companion. While not quite a "mini moon," since it will never be captured by Earth's gravity, Asteroid 2024 PT5 does have a similar orbit as our planet and will linger in our vicinity for a few months.

Earth has a temporary, tiny companion. While not quite a "mini moon," since it will never be captured by Earth's gravity, Asteroid 2024 PT5 does have a similar orbit as our planet and will linger in our vicinity for a few months.

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How will NISAR support agriculture and farming? Hear from the scientists and end users how its data will be used to map crop growth, track plant health, and monitor soil moisture.

How will NISAR support agriculture and farming? Hear from the scientists and end users how its data will be used to map crop growth, track plant health, and monitor soil moisture.

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