Smithsonian Magazine

Scientists Say That Jupiter—the Solar System’s Largest Planet—Might Be Slightly Smaller Than Previously Thought

Updated measurements from NASA’s Juno spacecraft could help researchers better understand the planet's mysterious interior, ...

Is Jupiter smaller than we thought? NASA spacecraft makes new find

New data from NASA's Juno orbiter reveals Jupiter is slightly smaller and more 'squashed' than scientists previously thought.
Greek Reporter

Jupiter Is Smaller and Flatter Than Believed, NASA’s Juno Data Reveals

New research data using NASA’s Juno spacecraft shows Jupiter is slightly smaller and flatter than decades-old estimates.

Jupiter gets a makeover: NASA's Juno mission reveals Jupiter is smaller, flatter than scientists thought

Jupiter's radius is now estimated to be about 5 miles smaller than previously thought, while the distance from pole to pole is about 15 miles less.

NASA: Jupiter is smaller, more 'squashed'. What that means

New data from NASA's Juno orbiter, launched in 2011 in Florida, reveals Jupiter is slightly smaller than astronomers ...