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Flyby Spacecraft's Instrument Module Mated with Propulsion Module

Flyby Spacecraft's Instrument Module Mated with Propulsion Module
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The propulsion module (fuel tank) is the spherical tank wrapped in silver-colored mylar insulation. It is mounted at the spacecraft's center of mass to minimize forces due to sloshing fuel.

CREDIT: Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.

 

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