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Why is Voyager 1 also mentioned?

Voyager 1, the twin spacecraft to Voyager 2, is even further from Earth and also relies on RTG power. The story mentions that NASA plans to apply the same power-saving strategy to Voyager 1. This highlights the shared challenges and successes of these historic missions, ensuring both continue to explore the outer reaches of our solar system and beyond.

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