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The Europa Clipper mission is confirmed to be progressing, with an anticipated launch window between 2023 and 2025. It will utilize the Space Launch System (SLS) for a direct trajectory, significantly shortening the cruise time to its destination. The spacecraft will employ an elliptical orbit around Jupiter, allowing repeated flybys of Europa while minimizing radiation exposure. This orbital strategy is similar to the Cassini mission's approach with Saturn and Titan. Overall, the mission aims to explore Europa's potential for habitability and gather valuable scientific data.
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I have since gathered that they are planning an unusual orbiting scheme with this one.
The orbit is basically an elipitical orbit of Jupiter, but will be set up so the craft keeps on coming back to to Europa.
 
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Cassini did the same with Saturn and Titan. It is easier than entering an orbit around the moon and you reduce the radiation dose (Jupiter) or you can visit other moons (Saturn).
 
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