OSIRIS-REx Slings Orbital Web Around Asteroid to Capture Sample

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101955 Bennu stands as one of Earth's nearest celestial neighbors, an asteroid towering to the heights of a skyscraper. Since late 2018, it has been the focal point of NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission. On December 3, 2018, OSIRIS-REx embarked on its mission to meticulously observe and study Bennu, weaving an intricate tapestry of data and insights around this celestial body. However, on May 10, 2021, OSIRIS-REx concluded its mission at Bennu and initiated its journey back to Earth, carrying a precious cargo of more than 60 grams of asteroid samples. This narrated video provides a comprehensive overview of the entire mission's trajectory throughout its stay at Bennu.

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