Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Operated by Caltech, JPL is NASA’s main center for robotic exploration of the solar system. It's about 7 miles north of the main Caltech campus. It’s best visited during public lectures in the annual open house (usually in May), or by requesting a tour well in advance.

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