NASA - Stardust Sample Return

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Stardust Sample Return

01.15.06

infrared view of return capsule descending

An infrared camera captures the Stardust sample return capsule as it descends to the Utah Test and Training Range. This image was taken from NASA TV.

The capsule contains cometary and interstellar samples gathered by the Stardust spacecraft.

Image credit: NASA