Voyager 2 makes its closest approach to Uranus
On January 24, 1986, Voyager 2 made its closest approach to Uranus.
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The Event
On January 24, 1986, Voyager 2 made its closest approach to Uranus.
The Scientific Context
The flyby gave scientists direct observations of the planet’s atmosphere, rings, magnetic field and moons.
The mission milestone
Launch, arrival and the return of results are separate stages. The date here identifies this particular phase of the mission.
Reading the Historical Record
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About the Historical Recreation
The proposed visual shows a technically plausible model of the spacecraft and mission destination; no additional maneuver or actual footage. It is an AI illustration, not archival footage or an eyewitness record.
Sources
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