Explore the Solar System beyond Earth through a series of presentations covering missions to various planetary bodies. Learn about the important results from missions to the Moon, Inner Planets, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto, and the Kuiper Belt. Gain essential perspective for future space missions and understand the significance of continued space exploration. The course covers topics such as planetary interiors, surfaces, atmospheres, magnetic fields, and the search for signs of life. Intended for individuals interested in space exploration and planetary science.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Overview
Mercury
Messenger Mission
Messenger Highlights
Mercurys Interior
Mercurys Surface
Gale Crater
Yellowknife Bay
Summary
Mission Continues
The Mountain
PostDeposition
Mineralogy
Mud Cracks
Juno
Jupiter
Polar Cyclones
Jupiter Atmosphere
Zones and Belts
Compact Cores
Magnetic Field
Magneticosphere
Red Spot
Io
Europa
Rings
Comparison
Flagships
Lightning on Venus
Lightning on Mars
Lightning Pictures
Origin of Life
Lightning on Jupiter
Taught by
AGU
