Juno : NASA Mission To Jupiter Real Time Simulation

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Link: Juno JOI Realtime Simulation

 

Edited July 4, 2016 by 6Foot2
Original YouTube event has ended. Replaced original post with a different simulation.

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Reminder: Three LEGO mini figures are about to into orbit around Jupiter:

 

Link: Juno Spacecraft to Carry Three Figurines to Jupiter Orbit

 

PASADENA, Calif. – NASA's Jupiter-bound Juno spacecraft will carry the 1.5-inch likeness of Galileo Galilei, the Roman god Jupiter and his wife Juno to Jupiter when the spacecraft launches this Friday, Aug. 5. The inclusion of the three mini-statues, or figurines, is part of a joint outreach and educational program developed as part of the partnership between NASA and the LEGO Group to inspire children to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

 

In Greek and Roman mythology, Jupiter drew a veil of clouds around himself to hide his mischief. From Mount Olympus, Juno was able to peer through the clouds and reveal Jupiter's true nature. Juno holds a magnifying glass to signify her search for the truth, while her husband holds a lightning bolt. The third LEGO crew member is Galileo Galilei, who made several important discoveries about Jupiter, including the four largest satellites of Jupiter (named the Galilean moons in his honor). Of course, the miniature Galileo has his telescope with him on the journey...

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NASA JUNO / Jupiter Real-Time Simulation : Now In Elliptical Orbit - sit back enjoy the ride

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Uayu5LvdTk