Tag: SPACE EXPLORATION
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Hera Probe Captures Spooky Earth Imagery from Space
The European asteroid probe Hera has captured stunning hyperspectral images of Earth from 1.25 million miles away, showcasing cloud patterns and emphasizing the profound interconnectedness of life. Launched on October 7, 2023, Hera aims to accompany and enhance the findings of NASA’s DART mission by studying the binary asteroid system Didymos and Dimorphos in 2026,…
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ESA’s Proba-3 Mission: A Leap Toward Understanding the Solar Corona
ESA’s Proba-3 mission, focused on observing the solar corona via artificial eclipses, has left Europe for its launch in India. After years of development, the spacecraft requires precision maneuvers less than a millimeter apart for successful formation flying. Scheduled for a December 4 launch, this mission represents a significant cooperative effort among multiple countries and…