"Cassini Unveils The Myth"
This new poster was inspired by the students who painted the Cassini mural. Steeped in the tradition of greek and roman mythology, "Saturn Unveils the Myth" introduces students to the significance of names in the Saturn System. Also included is an education activity that combines fine art and mathematics. This activity was developed by an educator who is part of Cassini's nationwide network of classroom educators.
"Cassini-Huygens Launch"
The Cassini-Huygens spacecraft was launched from Cape Canaveral Air Station in Florida at 4:43 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on October 15, 1997.
"VVEJGA Trajectory"
Cassini-Huygens' journey to Saturn took it past Venus (twice), Earth, and Jupiter in a trajectory known as VVEJGA (pronounced Vee-Jay-Gah) -- the Venus-Venus-Earth- Jupiter Gravity Assist trajectory.
A poster-size transparent hologram designed for back-lighting is available from:
Holographics North 444 South Union Street
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-2275.
Cassini Scale Models
There are two scale models of the Cassini spacecraft available for you to download and assemble. The first model is about 1/40th the size of the real spacecraft and is relatively simple to assemble. The second model is about 1/37th the size of the real spacecraft and is designed for an experienced model builder...
