IMAP – Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe
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The interstellar mapping and acceleration probe, known as IMAP, has reached its destination and is now in orbit. IMAP's instruments are coming online and have started gathering data, with some outlets reporting that the probe has captured its "first light" data. The mission is expected to study the heliosphere and space weather, with real-time data from the probe now available.
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