Planetary Camera 2

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:camera
gptkbp:communication_system gptkb:radio_station
gptkbp:contribution inspiration for future missions
enhanced understanding of planetary atmospheres
collaboration with international space agencies
contribution to planetary science
data for educational purposes
support for planetary missions
study of planetary rings
analysis of cometary activity
detailed surface mapping of planets
investigation of moons
gptkbp:control_system computerized
gptkbp:designed_for gptkb:Hubble_Space_Telescope
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:dimensions 1.5 m x 1.5 m x 1.5 m
gptkbp:features high-resolution imaging
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Planetary Camera 2
gptkbp:image_data_storage gptkb:recordings
gptkbp:image_format 1024 x 1024 pixels
gptkbp:image_processing digital
gptkbp:is_capable_of capturing ultraviolet light
gptkbp:launched April 24, 1990
gptkbp:legacy increased funding for space research
advancements in optical engineering
enhanced public interest in space exploration
contribution to scientific literature
cultural impact on science fiction
development of new imaging technologies
foundation for modern planetary exploration
influence on educational programs in astronomy
influence on subsequent camera designs
pioneering space imaging technology
gptkbp:lighting gptkb:1994
gptkbp:maintenance performed by astronauts
gptkbp:notable_artists images of Jupiter
images of Saturn
images of Mars
images of the Moon
images of asteroids
gptkbp:operational_period 1994 to 2009
gptkbp:operational_status retired
gptkbp:power_source solar panels
gptkbp:primary_use planetary imaging
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:Wide_Field_Camera_3
gptkbp:sensitivity 0.1 to 1.0 microns
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Wide_Field_and_Planetary_Camera_2
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:astronomy
gptkbp:view 7.5 arcminutes
gptkbp:weight approximately 100 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Advanced_Camera_for_Surveys
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5