Venus Express

Venus Express was a space mission by the European Space Agency launched in 2005 to study Venus’ atmosphere, climate, and surface. It orbited the planet for nearly eight years, collecting data on weather patterns, volcanic activity, and atmospheric composition. The mission aimed to better understand Venus’ harsh environment and its evolution, providing insights into planetary science and similarities with Earth. Venus Express helped scientists learn about greenhouse effects, cloud dynamics, and wind systems on Venus, contributing vital knowledge about this extreme and enigmatic planet. The spacecraft concluded its mission in 2014, remaining in orbit as a valuable scientific resource.