NASA's Psyche Mission

NASA's Psyche mission is a robotic exploration mission that aims to study a unique metallic asteroid called Psyche. The mission's objective is to understand the formation and evolution of rocky planets, including Earth, by studying the asteroid's composition and properties. The spacecraft will be equipped with various scientific instruments to gather data and images of Psyche, providing valuable insights into the early history of our solar system. The mission is scheduled to launch in 2022 and is expected to reach the asteroid in 2026.