Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 1, 2013

Atlas V Launches TDRS-K

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 1, 2013 is “Atlas V Launches TDRS-K,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ben Cooper ( Launch Photography )). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

From the explanation

“Beyond a fertile field of satellite communication antennas at Kennedy Space Center , an Atlas V rocket streaks into orbit in this long exposure photograph.”

— APOD editors, February 1, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 1, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ben Cooper ( Launch Photography )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 153 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 1, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-february-1-atlas-v-launches-tdrs-k

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