Venus Express
Venus Express
Mission
Venus Express
SSTD involvement
Analyser of Space Plasmas and Engergetic Atoms - 4
Instrument
Aspera-4
Subject
Planetary
Main Objectives
To perform a global investigation of the Venusian atmosphere.
Launch date
9 Nov 2005
Description
The spacecraft is built to the same design as Mars Express, making it quicker and cheaper to develop. In particular, it will study the Venusian atmosphere and clouds in detail and make global maps of the surface temperatures.
Further project information
ESA (link opens in a new window)
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