Voyager 1 - 1970s technology that still works

The article discusses the fascinating history of the Voyager 1 mission, which was launched in 1977. Despite having just 69 kilobytes of memory, Voyager 1 managed to carry out numerous groundbreaking photographs and scientific tasks. For its time, the technology used in Voyager 1 was incredibly advanced, employing an 8-track tape recorder, making it the first and only device of its kind. After over forty years since its launch, Voyager 1 still sends data back to Earth, providing insights into interstellar space. Such missions showcase how far technology can reach while reminding us of the humble beginnings from which space exploration started.