See the Stunning Images Psyche Beamed Back From Mars
The Psyche spacecraft recently transmitted stunning images of Mars during its flyby. This detour was essential for the spacecraft to gain speed and adjust its trajectory towards the asteroid Psyche. The mission aims to gather data that will enhance our understanding of rocky planet formation in the solar system.
- ▪Psyche was launched in 2023 to survey an asteroid of the same name.
- ▪During its flyby, Psyche came within approximately 2,800 miles of Mars.
- ▪The spacecraft will now embark on a three-year journey to the asteroid 16 Psyche.
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