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Voyager's Epic Journey: How Long Would it Take You?

Posted June 28, 2013 9:43 AM

From BBC News - Science & Environment:

Nasa's Voyager 1 spacecraft is on target to become the first man-made object to reach the edge of the Solar System. It has taken it 35 years to get there - how long would it take you?

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06/28/2013 1:57 PM

A very interesting way to give some perspective.

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06/28/2013 3:27 PM

Once again Voyager leaves the solar system.

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