Kosmos 482, a Soviet spacecraft initially launched in 1972 as part of the Venera program, is expected to fall back to Earth between May 9 and May 11, posing a potential risk to anyone living between 52 North and 52 South latitude. This spacecraft has been in low Earth orbit for over 50 years. The Venera missions, including Venera 8, made significant contributions to our understanding of Venus's extreme atmospheric conditions, showcasing its incredibly high temperatures and pressure levels that challenged even the most advanced technology of the time.
Kosmos 482's re-entry, a relic of the Soviet space program, poses a potential risk as it may crash between 52 North and 52 South latitude.
Venera 8's successful landing on Venus showcased the extreme conditions on the planet, which include an average temperature of 860°F and crushing atmospheric pressure.
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