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Solar Orbiter's path around the Sun
Enabling & Support

Solar Orbiter's path around the Sun

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Animation showing the trajectory of Solar Orbiter around the Sun, highlighting the gravity assist manoeuvres that will enable the spacecraft to change inclination to observe the Sun from different perspectives.

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