The history of humanity in space is linked to the daring space missions that have sent our probes to distant worlds. In this section, we document the technical brilliance and scientific breakthroughs of the missions that have brought the solar system within our reach.
We cover the full spectrum of interplanetary exploration:
Gas Giant Missions: In-depth analyses of milestones such as Galileo and Juno at Jupiter, and the legendary Cassini-Huygens mission to Saturn.
The Pioneers: Reports on the Voyager probes, the first to traverse the outer solar system and now exploring the boundaries of interstellar space.
Future Frontiers: Previews of upcoming missions like JUICE or Europa Clipper, searching for signs of life on icy moons.
Join us on a journey through the history of the probes and rovers that have permanently altered our perspective on planets, moons, and asteroids.
When NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft launched into space aboard an Atlas V rocket on January 19, 2006, a new chapter in space exploration began. Its primary target was a celestial body that, at the time, was still considered the ninth…
Venus is often described as Earth’s “evil twin.” With surface temperatures soaring near 470°C and atmospheric pressure equivalent to being 900 meters underwater, it presents unparalleled technological hurdles for space exploration. Despite this, the history of Venus missions remains one…
The solar system is a dynamic place, but some corners of it have remained virtually unchanged for 4.5 billion years. These are the asteroids – the rubble left over from the formation of the planets. Among them, a small, diamond-shaped…
Mercury remains one of the most mysterious and challenging targets in our solar system. As the smallest planet and the one closest to the Sun, it exists in an environment of extreme radiation and intense gravitational forces. These conditions make…
Juno Mission: The Solar-Powered Explorer of the Gas Giant Jupiter As of early 2026, NASA’s Juno spacecraft stands as one of the most resilient explorers in the history of spaceflight. Originally scheduled to end its mission years ago, this solar-powered…
Europa Clipper: The Search for Life in Europa’s Oceans The quest to find life beyond Earth has entered a definitive phase with the Europa Clipper mission. Launched on October 14, 2024, this NASA flagship mission is currently traversing the interplanetary…
Current Mars Missions – An Overview Mars is the most intensively studied planet in the solar system aside from Earth. A sophisticated fleet of orbiters, landers, and rovers is currently operating simultaneously, creating a continuous stream of data regarding the…
Parker Solar Probe: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar Corona The Parker Solar Probe (PSP), launched by NASA in 2018, represents a monumental leap in helio physics the study of the Sun. Named after the pioneering astrophysicist Eugene Parker, who…
The Voyager Interstellar Mission: An Enduring Legacy Beyond the Heliosphere Launched in 1977, the Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 spacecraft represent NASA’s most extensive and prolonged journey of discovery. Originally designed for a fleeting survey of the outer planets, the…
The Cassini-Huygens Mission: Exploration of Saturn, his Moons and the Ring System The Cassini and Huygens missions represent one of the most significant and successful space exploration endeavors in the history of the Solar System. Through the detailed study of…