The mangled remains of probes sent to Venus may still be there
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A new study challenges the long-held belief that Venus's extreme heat, pressure, and corrosive atmosphere would destroy any probes sent there. Researchers found that at least 7 of the 20 probes ever sent to Venus likely survived and remain largely intact on the surface. With new missions planned for 2026 and 2030, understanding how past probes held up could help shape future exploration of Earth's neighboring planet.
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