Comparison of planet detectors of Opportunity and Juno
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Planetary probes; Opportunity; Juno; Solar System.Abstract
Generally, the planet detectors offer a unique insight for planet detection in astrophysics. This paper focuses on the planetary probes by first introducing the origin of humans’ exploration of the Solar System ever since the Space Race in the Cold War era. The main topic is about the three different types of probes ever launched (i.e., lander, orbiter, and flybys). Two probes, Mars rover Opportunity and Jovian orbiter Juno, are chosen to represent a typical probe in its category. Both are explained from the perspectives of its structures and crucial scientific discoveries. The comparison method is employed between the two probes as well. The results are then used for proposes on future possible probes, which the experiences gained from past missions that are organized will be valuable to consider. These results shed light on guiding further exploration of planet detections.
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