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Japan's Hayabusa2 Probe Captures Remarkable Photo of a Two-Headed Asteroid 62 Million Miles Away
Japan's Hayabusa2 probe completed a close flyby of asteroid Torifune, capturing new images and data. This extended mission builds on its success, deepening our understanding of near-Earth asteroids.
Billions to Witness Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid Apophis Make Historic Close Flyby in 2029
In 2029, the asteroid Apophis will make a once-in-a-millennium close, safe flyby of Earth, visible to billions. Scientists are preparing to observe this rare event.
Japan's Hayabusa2 Skims Asteroid Torifune in Critical Planetary Defense Trajectory Test
JAXA's Hayabusa2 probe successfully performed a precise flyby of asteroid Torifune, testing trajectory control for future planetary defense missions. This builds on prior asteroid deflection efforts.