Stellar Collision: Hubble Unveils Aftermath of NASA's DART Experiment

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"David Jewitt led a unique observation of NASA’s DART experiment aftermath using the Hubble Telescope."

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"The groundbreaking DART mission aimed to slightly alter Dimorphos's orbital path by impacting it at about 14,000 mph."

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"Hubble captured 37 drifting boulders, three to 22 feet in size, from the asteroid's surface post-impact."

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"The DART mission achieved a milestone by initiating the first-ever intentional asteroid collision and tracking the ejected debris."

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"The successful collision changed Dimorphos’ orbit around Didymos by 32 minutes, showcasing asteroid deflection techniques."

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"Jewitt highlighted the importance of tracking the ejected boulders for precise trajectory data from Dimorphos."

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"DART's success extended beyond altering Dimorphos’ orbit, providing insights into kinetic effects of such impacts."

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"These findings precede the forthcoming European Space Agency's Hera mission, pivotal for future asteroid deflection strategies."

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