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Welcome to the Project Galileo Home Page! Check out our extensive collection of images and data from Jupiter, read a brief introduction to the mission, and join the excitement as we take you through Galileo's exploration of our solar system's largest planet.
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Galileo's Flyby of Io: Educational Events |
Press Releases:
NASA's Galileo spacecraft has successfully zipped past Jupiter's moon Io, the most volcanic body in our solar system.
Galileo Spacecraft Has Hot Date with Volcanic Moon
NASA's Galileo spacecraft is gearing up for a daring rendezvous with Jupiter's moon Io (pronounced EYE-oh), the most volcanic body in our solar system, on Sunday night, Oct. 10 (Pacific Time).
Io's Mysterious Volcanoes - Galileo Heads for a Sizzling Flyby
Io's Mysterious Volcanoes -- Scientists are eager for a closer look at the solar system's strangest and most active volcanoes when Galileo flys by Io on October 11. This article explores what we know about Io's volcanoes and what researchers hope to learn from next week's daring encounter.
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Latest Galileo News
This section features press releases, information on Galileo events, and science discoveries -- including the newest images from the spacecraft's camera. You can also check for recent updates to this site, take a look at our Top Ten pages, or request a random page from this site.
Countdown
This page is dedicated to Galileo's upcoming close flyby of one of Jupiter's moons. Find out what's happening during the current orbit and keep informed of the frequent news updates, the latest Galileo images and more.
Images and Animations
See the amazing images taken by Galileo of Jupiter and its satellites (the latest data returned!), plus asteroids, Earth & Moon, and Venus. And check out our cool computer-generated flyby animations! You can also find artists' renderings of the mission, images of the Galileo Probe entry site, and a few surprises too.
The Galileo Spacecraft
Look here for photos of the spacecraft, details about how it works and what it does, reports on its performance so far, details of its journey, and information about the science instruments and payload.
About the Mission
Here you can find out about Galileo's mission goals, engineering feats, navigation and trajectory, and achievements to date. This section also includes highlights of the mission as well as details about upcoming orbits.
Jupiter
What do we know so far about Jupiter, its moons, and their magnetic environment? Take a look at the fascinating Jovian system.
K-12 Educational Resources
Are you a teacher looking for something new for your classroom? A parent with children who are eager to learn about space? Check out the Galileo Education Resources page.
Online From Jupiter
Interested in exploring the solar system, or Jupiter? Curious about what it's like working "behind the scenes" on NASA's Galileo mission? Come peek over the shoulders of Galileo's scientists and engineers, and check out their answers to questions from K-12 students!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How fast was the probe going when it hit Jupiter's atmosphere? Why doesn't Galileo use solar panels? Answers to these and other questions can be found in Galileo's FAQ. And, if you don't find your question answered, submit your own question! Most recent addition: December 31, 1997.
Related Pages
Other home pages related to the Galileo mission, including the Galileo Probe Home Page.
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