Tag: JAXA
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Liquid Water on an Asteroid Reveals a Billion-Year Solar Clue
A Billion-Year Secret Uncovered A remarkable discovery about the asteroid that gave rise to Ryugu challenges long‑standing ideas about when and where water could move within rocky bodies. Scientists analyzing tiny rock fragments returned by JAXA’s Hayabusa2 mission have found evidence that liquid water once percolated through Ryugu’s parent body, and that this activity occurred…
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Asteroid Apophis: A Close Encounter with Earth in 2029
Introduction to Asteroid Apophis In April 2029, Earth will witness a significant cosmic event as asteroid Apophis, measuring about 340 meters in diameter, will pass astonishingly close to our planet. This remarkable encounter is projected to occur at a distance of less than 36,000 kilometers, closer than the orbits of geostationary satellites. This event promises…
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A Close Encounter: Asteroid Apophis Approaches Earth in 2029
Introduction to Asteroid Apophis In April 2029, Earth will have a close encounter with the asteroid Apophis, a massive rock measuring approximately 340 meters in diameter. What makes this event particularly significant is that Apophis will come within 36,000 kilometers of our planet, closer than the orbits of geostationary satellites. This rare occurrence will allow…
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Challenges and Discoveries in Hayabusa2’s Upcoming Mission to Asteroid 1998 KY26
Introduction to Hayabusa2’s Mission The Japanese spacecraft Hayabusa2, launched by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) in 2014, has already made headlines with its successful sampling of the asteroid Ryugu in 2020. As it gears up for its extended mission to asteroid 1998 KY26 in 2031, recent observations are unveiling surprising new details that could…
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Hayabusa2 and the Challenge of Asteroid 1998 KY26
The Hayabusa2 Mission Overview Launched in 2014 by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Hayabusa2 is a groundbreaking spacecraft that previously explored the asteroid Ryugu, returning samples to Earth in 2020. Following its successful mission, Hayabusa2 embarked on an extended mission with a new target: asteroid 1998 KY26. Scheduled for 2031, this mission aims to…
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Challenges Ahead for Hayabusa2’s Mission to Asteroid 1998 KY26
Introduction The Hayabusa2 mission, launched by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) in 2014, is set to take on an exciting and challenging new target—asteroid 1998 KY26. Recent observations utilizing powerful telescopes, including the Very Large Telescope (VLT) of the European Southern Observatory (ESO), have revealed intriguing details about this asteroid that may impact Hayabusa2’s…
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Asteroid Apophis to Fly Close to Earth in 2029: Watch It Live!
Introduction to Apophis and Its Upcoming Flyby In a stunning astronomical event, the asteroid Apophis, measuring about 340 meters in diameter, is set to pass by Earth in 2029. This close encounter is particularly unique because it is expected to occur at a distance less than that of geostationary satellites, approximately 36,000 kilometers above the…
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Asteroid Apophis to Fly Close to Earth in 2029
Asteroid Apophis: A Significant Encounter In 2029, the asteroid Apophis is set to make a close approach to Earth, flying within just 36,000 kilometers—closer than many geostationary satellites. With a diameter of 340 meters, this fascinating space rock will be visible to the naked eye for an estimated two billion people. This rare celestial event…
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Asteroid Apophis to Pass Earth in 2029: What to Expect
Introduction In 2029, a significant astronomical event will occur when the asteroid Apophis, measuring 340 meters in diameter, passes close to Earth. This event is particularly notable as the asteroid will fly within 36,000 kilometers of our planet, closer than some geostationary satellites. With an estimated two billion people able to witness this event with…