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Harpoons didn't fire. They kept identical harpoons in vacuum here on earth, and after 10 years, they didn't work. I guess that component just didn't survive the
by codeulike 12y ago
Harpoons didn't fire. They kept identical harpoons in vacuum here on earth, and after 10 years, they didn't work. I guess that component just didn't survive the journey.
re: batteries: I gather the 1.5hrs a day would never be sufficient to get enough for a wake-up. Some hope that shift in position earlier today may help. Also some hope that comets orientation to sun will change (likely around Christmas)
- noselasd 12y agoThey mentioned at the google hangout yesterday that it wasn't out of the question they could wake it later again(weeks/months) when the comet is closer to the sun and receives more light and has charged up the lander.