Jet Propulsion Laboratory Collection

First Picture of the Earth and Moon in a Single Frame
This picture of the Earth and Moon in a single frame, the first of its kind ever taken by a spacecraft, was recorded September 18, 1977

The Sounds of Earth Record Cover
This gold aluminum cover was designed to protect the Voyager 1 and 2 " Sounds of Earth" gold-plated records from micrometeorite bombardment

Galileo Images the Moon
This view of the Moons north pole is a mosaic assembled from 18 images taken by Galileos imaging system through a green filter as the spacecraft flew by on December 7, 1992

The Earth and Moon
During its flight, the Galileo spacecraft returned images of the Earth and Moon. Separate images of the Earth and Moon were combined to generate this view

Mars Spirit rover. Computer illustration of the Spirit rover on the surface of Mars. This is one of two identical rovers sent to Mars in 2003

Explorer 1 in orbit
Explorer 1. Computer artwork of Americas first successful artificial satellite, Explorer 1, in orbit. Explorer 1 was launched on 31 January 1958

Explorer 1 in orbit, artwork
Explorer 1 in orbit. Computer artwork of Americas first successful artificial satellite, Explorer 1, in orbit over Earth. Explorer 1 was launched on 31 January 1958

Mariner photos presented to President Johnson, 1965. Creator: NASA
Mariner photos presented to President Johnson, 1965. Dr. William H. Pickering (left), Director of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California, USA

Model, Lunar Probe, Ranger. Creator: Unknown
Model, Lunar Probe, Ranger. This is a 1/24th scale model of Ranger 1 and 2, the spacecraft series that sought to gather knowledge about the Moon in the first yearsof the space age

Engineering model, Mariner 2, July 1, 1976 to present. Creator: NASA
On December 14, 1962, useful scientific information was radioed to Earth from the vicinity of another planet for the first time

Planet Mercury
Mariner 10s first image of Mercury acquired on March 24, 1974. During its flight, Mariner 10s trajectory brought it behind the lighted hemisphere of Mercury, where this image was taken

Saturns Rings
This Voyager 2 view, focusing on Saturns C-ring (and to a lesser extent, the B- ring at top and left) was compiled from three separate images taken through ultraviolet, clear and green filters

Neptune Full Disk View
This picture of Neptune was produced from the last whole planet images taken through the green and orange filters on the Voyager 2 narrow angle camera

Full Disk Views of Io
Three views of the full disk of Jupiters volcanic moon, Io, each shown in natural and enhanced color. These three views, taken by Galileo in late June 1996, show about 75 percent of Ios surface

Uranus
This computer enhancement of a Voyager 2 image, emphasizes the high-level haze in Uranus upper atmosphere. Clouds are obscured by the overlying atmosphere

Theodore von Karman at the Caltech Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, California, USA, 1950. Hungarian-born Von Karman came to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

Explorer-1, Americas first satellite, at Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Saturn System Montage
This montage of images of the Saturnian system was prepared from an assemblage of images taken by the Voyager 1 spacecraft during its Saturn encounter in November 1980

Viking 2 Image of Mars Utopian Plain
The boulder-strewn field of red rocks reaches to the horizon nearly two miles from Viking 2 on Mars Utopian Plain. Scientists believe the colors of the Martian surface

Detail of Triton
This color photo of Neptunes large satellite Triton was obtained on Aug. 24 1989 at a range of 530, 000 kilometers (330, 000 miles)

Global Image of Io
NASAs Galileo spacecraft acquired its highest resolution images of Jupiters moon Io on July 3, 1999 during its closest pass to Io since orbit insertion in late 1995

Explorer 1 launch. Explorer 1, Americas first successful artificial satellite, being launched by a Jupiter-C rocket from Cape Canaveral (now Kennedy Space Centre), Florida, USA, on 31 January 1958

Explorer 1. Computer artwork of Americas first successful artificial satellite, Explorer 1 showing part of its interior. Explorer 1 was launched on 31 January 1958

Explorer 4 launch. Explorer 4 being launched by a Jupiter-C rocket from Cape Canaveral (now Kennedy Space Centre), Florida, USA, on 26 July 1958

Mars Opportunity rover

Dennis Tito, first space tourist
Dennis Tito (b.1940), space tourist, (middle) being photographed eating after returning from the Soyuz TM-32 spaceflight, April 2001

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Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the leading center for robotic exploration of our solar system, has been at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries and technological advancements since its establishment in 1936. With a rich history spanning over eight decades, JPL has continuously pushed the boundaries of space exploration, leaving an indelible mark on humanity's understanding of the universe. One iconic moment captured by JPL is "The Sounds of Earth Record Cover. " This record cover encapsulates humanity's diverse culture and knowledge as it was sent aboard Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 spacecrafts in 1977. It serves as a time capsule, carrying sounds and images that represent life on Earth to potential extraterrestrial civilizations. Another remarkable achievement is the first-ever picture capturing both Earth and Moon together in a single frame. This awe-inspiring image showcases our planet's beauty against the backdrop of its celestial companion, reminding us of our place within the vastness of space. JPL's contributions extend beyond our home planet. The Galileo mission provided stunning images revealing intricate details on the Moon's surface, unraveling mysteries hidden for centuries. These captivating visuals offered scientists valuable insights into lunar geology while igniting curiosity about other celestial bodies. Mars Spirit rover stands as another testament to JPL's ingenuity. This pioneering robot explored Mars' terrain with unparalleled precision, uncovering evidence suggesting past water activity on this enigmatic red planet. Its findings paved the way for subsequent missions like Curiosity Rover to delve deeper into Mars' secrets. In addition to planetary exploration, JPL played a crucial role in advancing aerospace technology with projects such as SR-71 Landing with Drag Chute – showcasing their expertise in aircraft design and engineering excellence. Furthermore, JPL contributed significantly to scientific breakthroughs through satellite missions like Explorer 1 orbiting around our planet. These satellites revolutionized our understanding of space physics by detecting cosmic rays and radiation belts encircling Earth, opening up new frontiers for exploration.