Astounding Footage Reveals the Impact of NASA’s DART Mission
Astounding footage compiled by an amateur astronomer showcases the impact of NASA’s DART mission. Using imagery from the LICIAcube cubesat, the footage reveals the aftermath of the collision with the Dimorphos asteroid. The mission resulted in a larger impact than anticipated, with a significant amount of debris being ejected from Dimorphos and a lengthy debris tail trailing behind the asteroid. The displacement of Dimorphos’ orbit was not only due to the impact but also influenced by the debris tail. The mission’s success offers hope in deflecting potential killer asteroids.