Ulysses Flyby of the Sun's North Pole

Consider it a case of exquisite timing. Just last week, solar physicists announced the beginning of a new solar cycle and now, Jan. 14th, the Ulysses spacecraft is flying over a key region of solar activity--the sun's North Pole.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news119630181.html">Ulysses Flyby of the Sun's North Pole</a></p> <p>Consider it a case of exquisite timing. Just last week, solar physicists announced the beginning of a new solar cycle and now, Jan. 14th, the Ulysses spacecraft is flying over a key region of solar activity--the sun's North Pole.</p>