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Bruce Murray Space Image Library

Philae's panoramic camera

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Rosetta's lander Philae is equipped with the CIVA instrument (Comet Infrared and Visible Analyser). CIVA has six microcameras used to take panoramic pictures. This artist’s impression shows Philae using CIVA to create a panoramic view of its surroundings. The comet surface is an artist’s impression.