NASA Psyche Mission Charting a Metallic World

The NASA Psyche mission explores asteroid 16 Psyche, primarily composed of metal. It aims to uncover insights into planet formation, launching aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy. Equipped with imaging and spectrometer tools, the spacecraft will orbit Psyche to study its unique properties, offering clues about early solar system processes and planetary cores. The mission not only advances science but also engages the public in the wonders of space exploration.