Pioneer Project 80
Brand: Pioneer
The Pioneer Project 80 was a series of unmanned space probes launched by NASA in the 1970s as part of the Agency's early efforts to explore the outer solar system. The project's goal was to study the structure and composition of Jupiter's atmosphere, as well as any potential moons or rings around the gas giant.The first two launches in the series, Pioneer 10 and Pioneer 11, were both successfully launched in 1972 and 1973, respectively. Both spacecraft flew by Jupiter, transmitting valuable data back to Earth. Among the most notable findings from these missions were the discovery of intense radiation belts, known as the Van Allen belts, and the first close-up images of Jupiter's moons, including the famous "Red Spot," a massive, belching storm on the planet's surface.The Project 80 series continued to yield important insights into the workings of Jupiter and the outer solar system, contributing to our understanding of the gas giants and the mysteries they hold. Ultimately, the data gathered by these spacecraft helped to lay the groundwork for future manned missions to explore the outer planets, as well as contributing to our overall knowledge of the Solar System as a whole.
- Type: 2 way, 2 driver loudspeaker system
- Frequency Response: 35Hz to 20kHz
- Sensitivity:
- Crossover frequency: 700Hz
- Impedance: 8Ω
- Power handling: 30W
- Recommended Amplifier:
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 20.75 x 11"
- Weight: 25 lb
- Year: 1974
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