Destination: Pluto Beyond the Flyby
Synopsis
New Horizons traveled 3 billion miles over nine years to conduct a flyby of Pluto, revealing a geologically active world with cryovolcanoes.
Synopsis
In 2015, NASA's New Horizons spacecraft made its historic flyby of Pluto, marking a significant achievement in space exploration. "Destination: Pluto Beyond the Flyby" details the mission's findings, including the discovery of a vast cryovolcano and unusual geological features on Pluto. Scientists at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory discuss how Pluto and its moon Charon inform our understanding of the Kuiper Belt. The documentary covers the challenges faced during the mission and the ongoing analysis of data downloaded from New Horizons.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the New Horizons spacecraft launch on a historic mission.
- Find out how Pluto's geology differs from Earth's.
- Meet scientists analyzing Pluto's oversized moon, Charon.
Did You Know
- New Horizons traveled 3 billion miles to reach Pluto.
- The spacecraft has been in a state of suspended animation for nearly 2/3 of its journey.
- Charon, Pluto's moon, is about the size of Texas and 10% the mass of Pluto.
- New Horizons had 18 maps since its launch, with each map lasting between 36 to 202 days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of the spacecraft that traveled to Pluto?
The spacecraft that traveled to Pluto is called New Horizons.
How long did the New Horizons mission take to reach Pluto?
The New Horizons mission took 9 years to reach Pluto.
What significant geological feature was discovered on Pluto?
One of the largest cryovolcanoes in our solar system was discovered on Pluto.
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