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Science TechnologyWednesday, 11 March 2026·The Hindu

NASA's Van Allen Probe A Re-enters Earth's Atmosphere

NASA's Van Allen Probe A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 March, 14 years after launch, having studied the planet's radiation belts.

Key highlights

  • Launched in August 2012; studied the Van Allen radiation belts.
  • Re-entered on 11 March 2026.
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