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Venus Surface Relics: Study Suggests At Least Seven Probes Could Survive

A Geoarchaeology study of 15 Venus missions (1965–1985) suggests at least seven probes may have endured Venus’ extreme surface conditions to become long‑lasting space artifacts. NASA’s GEER lab tests indicate titanium and aluminum parts could survive the harsh environment, while seals would fail and sulfuric acid clouds would deform others. The Pioneer Venus Day Probe is highlighted as a prime candidate for future imaging, with upcoming missions DAVINCI and VERITAS planned for 2030–2031.

via Gizmodo|

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Ancient Venus probes may linger on the surface, study finds

A new space-archaeology study argues Venus’s harsh surface may preserve probe hardware longer than previously thought. Using NASA’s GEER lab to simulate Venus conditions, researchers estimate that seven of twenty landers/probes could still be detectable on the surface, though seals would have failed and metal would show deformation. The Pioneer Venus Day Probe is used as a case study, and the findings suggest future Venus missions—like NASA’s DAVINCI and private ventures—could image surviving artifacts and deepen our understanding of Venus as space heritage.

via Yahoo|

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