Let's assume that the next space rock discovered 5 days prior to NEO traversal presents a non-negligible chance of impact. What then?
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@asteris and this is why both ESA & NASA are working on mission concepts for early detection and de-orbit http://www.esa.int/Our_Activities/Technology/NEO/ESA_presents_NEO_mission_studies_at_UN_COPUOS … -
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@Capoglou but until we achieve early detection (Lagrange points?) & de-orbit, we have to work on preparedness, mitigation & response -
@asteris which was successfully funded on kickstarter this summer https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arkydforeveryone/arkyd-a-space-telescope-for-everyone-0 … ex JPL staff are working now for@PlanetaryRsrcs -
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@Capoglou I'd love to read an extensive, knowledgeable recap on the state of play in blog/article form; like the one you're giving now ;) -
@asteris haha will put it on my to do list ;) -
@Capoglou what, saving mankind from errant rocks? All in a day's work, I've faith in you, space lady :) -
@asteris The purpose is to inform interested astronomers (amateur & professional) and others potentially interested in contributing to NEAs. - 3 more replies
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