NASA mistakenly severs communication to Voyager 2

>>belter+(OP)
> it is programmed to recalibrate its position a few times a year. October 15 is the next scheduled reset.

Curious to know how this recalibration actually works. Any explainer that anyone can point to would be appreciated. Thanks!

>>albert+1d
Good video on the topic - there is a sun sensor on the dish - looks for the brightest object and orients to face it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbsHgE89qO4&t=340s

>>sqrt_1+1u
How bright does the Sun appear compared to other stars at a distance of 32Bn km?

Here is a photo from Voyager 1 at a distance of 4Bn miles:

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