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In this artist’s rendition, we explore a metallic world named Psyche, an asteroid that offers a unique window into the building blocks of planet formation. The NASA Psyche mission launches in 2023 and will arrive at the asteroid Psyche, which orbits the Sun between Mars and Jupiter, in 2026. The spacecraft, also named Psyche, will spend 21 months orbiting the asteroid, mapping it and studying its properties. The mission is led by Principal Investigator Lindy Elkins-Tanton of Arizona State University. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is responsible for the mission’s overall management, system engineering, integration and test, and mission operations. Maxar Technologies is providing a high-power solar electric propulsion spacecraft chassis.

This visualization shows the Moon's phase and libration at hourly intervals throughout 2022, as viewed from the Northern Hemisphere. Each frame represents one hour. In addition, this visualization shows the Moon's orbit position, sub-Earth and subsolar points, and distance from the Earth at true scale. Craters near the terminator are labeled, as are Apollo landing sites, maria, and other albedo features in sunlight. Video credit: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Data visualization by Ernie Wright (USRA) Producer & Editor - David Ladd (AIMM) Music provided by Universal Production Music: “Build the Future” – Alexander Hitchens

In an increasingly interconnected world, the deployment of Earth science satellites emerges as a powerful tool to empower communities in shaping a more resilient and sustainable future. Through a comprehensive SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis, these advanced satellites enable data-driven insights that transcend geographical boundaries, facilitating informed decision-making for local, regional, and global development. By harnessing their strengths in monitoring natural resources, climate patterns, and environmental changes, coupled with the identification of potential weaknesses and threats, these satellites pave the way for proactive planning and strategic interventions. The integration of cutting-edge technology and robust scientific research equips communities with the necessary information to seize opportunities and address challenges, ultimately fostering a better, more prepared future for all.