PULL · 20 JUL 2003 This was
This was
your sky.
An Ion Drive for Deep Space 1
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COSMIC MESSAGE
Deep Space 1, launched in 1998, was a NASA mission that tested new technologies, including an ion drive. This propulsion system ionized xenon atoms using power from solar panels. While the acceleration was small, it gradually propelled the spacecraft across the Solar System. The ion drive represented a significant step forward in space travel technology.
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SKYBORN
An Ion Drive for Deep Space 1
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BORN 8379 days ago
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CANCER
In tropical astrology, 20 JUL 2003 falls under Cancer (♋). The sign's window runs from 06-21 through 07-22. Cancer is marked by the Beehive Cluster, M44, a loose family of stars visible to the naked eye on a dark night. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 20 JUL 2003.
THE ALMANAC FOR 20 JUL 2003
DAY
Sunday
MOON
Last quarter, 63% lit
POSITION
Day 201 of 365
SAME DAY, OTHER YEARS