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How NASA Science Data Defends Earth from Asteroids
How NASA Science Data Defends Earth from Asteroids NASA’s open science data practices help identify asteroids that pose a hazard to Earth by sharing scientific data widely, allowing researchers to determine the risk posed by the near-Earth asteroid population. The Minor Planet Center collects and verifies vast numbers of asteroid and comet position observations from […]
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NASA’s Planetary Defenders Documentary Premieres April 16
NASA’s Planetary Defenders Documentary Premieres April 16 NASA’s new documentary “Planetary Defenders” premieres on April 16, taking viewers inside the real-life efforts to detect and mitigate asteroid threats. The documentary features firsthand accounts from experts on the front lines of planetary defense, showcasing the science, technology, and personal dedication behind this critical global effort. NASA […]
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NEO Surveyor Instrument Enclosure Inside Historic Chamber AxA0
NEO Surveyor Instrument Enclosure Inside Historic Chamber AxA0 NASA The instrument enclosure of NASA’s Near-Earth Object Surveyor is prepared for critical environmental tests inside the historic Chamber A at the Space Environment Simulation Laboratory at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston in December 2024. Wrapped in silver thermal blanketing, the 12-foot-long (3.7-meter-long) angular structure was […]
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