One satellite's job is almost done...

Tired explorer heads for Jupiter grave

It's dying, but the old explorer is getting ready for one last, daring adventure. Then it will commit suicide
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Images from Galileo

While another's is just beginning...

Cassini spacecraft's first Saturn pics released

Cassini is scheduled to reach Saturn on July 1, 2004. The mission to study Saturn, its rings and moons is expected to last at least four years.
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