Space Missions

NASA’s Psyche spacecraft flew past Mars on May 15, capturing detailed images of the planet’s surface. The close encounter provided a gravity boost to speed the mission toward its main target.

11. mai 2026 Rapportert av AI

NASA's Psyche spacecraft is scheduled to pass within 2,800 miles of Mars on May 15 to gain a gravitational boost toward its target asteroid. The maneuver will increase the probe's speed while allowing tests of its scientific instruments.