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SMART-1’s orbits around the Moon
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SMART-1’s orbits around the Moon

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After reaching the lunar 'gateway' in November 2004, SMART-1 spiralled down on consecutive orbits around the Moon, until it reached the final operational orbit in early 2005.

SMART-1's ever-increasing orbit of the Earth
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SMART-1's ever-increasing orbit of the Earth

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SMART-1’s view of a waning Earth
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SMART-1’s view of a waning Earth

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Once SMART-1 has been captured by the Moon's gravity, it begins to work its way closer to the lunar surface
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Once SMART-1 has been captured by the Moon's gravity…

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SMART-1 artist's impression
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SMART-1 artist's impression

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Scenario of the Moon's origin
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Scenario of the Moon's origin

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