Statements (67)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Space_Shuttle
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| gptkbp:analysis |
geological features of Venus
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| gptkbp:availability |
publicly accessible
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| gptkbp:collaboration |
gptkb:European_Space_Agency
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| gptkbp:collaborator |
gptkb:JPL
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| gptkbp:collection |
during orbit
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| gptkbp:communication_system |
gptkb:X-band_radio
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| gptkbp:community |
planetary scientists
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| gptkbp:community_engagement |
educational outreach programs
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| gptkbp:data_return |
high-resolution maps of Venus
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| gptkbp:data_transmission |
downlink to Earth
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| gptkbp:data_type |
digital
radar imaging |
| gptkbp:data_usage |
planetary science research
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| gptkbp:end_date |
October 1994
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Magellan program
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| gptkbp:image_processing |
at JPL
|
| gptkbp:impact |
improved models of planetary atmospheres
enhanced understanding of planetary geology |
| gptkbp:instrument |
synthetic aperture radar
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| gptkbp:launch_date |
May 4, 1989
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| gptkbp:launch_mass |
3,200 kg
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| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:Kennedy_Space_Center
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| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Space_Shuttle_Atlantis
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| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:legacy |
foundation for future Venus missions
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| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:NASA_Headquarters
successful science phase mapping phase |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
4 years
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| gptkbp:mission_type |
planetary exploration
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| gptkbp:notable_work |
geological history of Venus
magnetic field of Venus comparison with other terrestrial planets atmospheric dynamics of Venus atmospheric pressure on Venus cloud structure of Venus surface composition of Venus tectonic features on Venus volcanic activity on Venus insights into planetary evolution topography of Venus comparison with Earth geology evidence of past water on Venus geological processes on Venus impact craters on Venus surface deformation on Venus surface radar reflectivity of Venus surface temperature variations on Venus |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
completed
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| gptkbp:orbital_period |
3.5 hours
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| gptkbp:power_source |
solar panels
|
| gptkbp:project |
gptkb:Dr._Charles_Elachi
|
| gptkbp:publications |
numerous peer-reviewed articles
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| gptkbp:resolution |
75 meters
high-resolution radar images |
| gptkbp:scientific_goals |
study Venus' surface and atmosphere
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| gptkbp:scientific_instruments |
gptkb:radio_station
gptkb:Dunmer gravity sensor |
| gptkbp:significance |
first detailed mapping of another planet
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| gptkbp:storage |
magnetic tape
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| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Venus_Express
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| gptkbp:targets |
gptkb:Venus
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Venera_program
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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