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The Juno New Frontiers Mission
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Space MissionHistorical GeographyOuter PlanetSpace Mission DesignPlanetary ExplorationSpace ResearchSolar SystemSpace SciencesElliptical Polar OrbitDeep Space ExplorationEarly EvolutionAstrophysics
Peering down through the clouds and deep into Jupiter's atmosphere, Juno reveals fundamental processes of the formation and early evolution of our solar system. Using a simple, solar powered, spinning spacecraft in an innovative, highly elliptical polar orbit, Juno avoids Jupiter's highest radiation regions. The mission combines high heritage instruments and spacecraft with an experienced science and engineering team.