Near Earth Object Collection

Comet passing a planet, artwork. The planet is passing in front of (eclipsing) its parent star. Its moon (in its crescent phase) is at top left

Hayabusa at asteroid Itokawa, artwork C015 / 0787
Hayabusa at asteroid Itokawa. Artwork of the Hayabusa spacecraft at asteroid 25143 Itokawa in 2005. This unmanned probe was launched by the Japanese space agency (JAXA) in 2003

Asteroid mining, artwork C014 / 1238
Asteroid mining. Artwork of mining machines on an asteroid orbiting close to the Earth. Asteroids, a potential source of ores and minerals, are rocky bodies that orbit the Sun

Asteroid Icarus, artwork
Asteroid Icarus. Computer artwork of the asteroid Icarus during its close approach to the Sun. The asteroids lie in well-defined belts between the orbits of Mars & Jupiter

Asteroid approaching Earth, artwork C013 / 8949
Asteroid approaching Earth. Computer artwork of an asteroid (left) approaching the Earth. Large asteroids impacting the Earth can cause mass loss of life

Comet and Earth, artwork
Comet and Earth. Artwork of a comet passing the Earth. Comets are bodies of ice and dust that enter the inner solar system from the outer solar system

Asteroid impact, artwork
A natural impact on an asteroid which passes 300.000 km from Earth. Such small impacts can change the speed of an asteroid, so the next passing may be closer to Earth or an impact event

Near-Earth asteroid, artwork
Such Potential Hazardous Asteroids (PHAs) can end all life on Earth. A dangerous moment on Earth when an asteroid approaches our homwe planet unvisible in the day sky

Comet in the night sky, artwork
Comet in the night sky, computer artwork. Comets are bodies of ice and dust that enter the inner solar system from the outer solar system

Asteroid approaching the Moon, artwork. This asteroid is an example of a near-Earth object (NEO), an astronomical object whose orbit intersects with that of the Earth

Near-Earth objects, artwork
Near-Earth objects (NEOs). Computer artwork showing two asteroids orbiting very near the Earths atmosphere, with the moon at upper left

Asteroid approaching Earth, artwork
Asteroid approaching Earth. Computer artwork of an asteroid approaching Earths orbit

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Near Earth Objects: From Comets to Asteroids" Comet passing a planet, artwork: Witness the breathtaking encounter as a majestic comet gracefully glides past a distant planet, leaving stargazers in awe. Hayabusa at asteroid Itokawa, artwork C015 / 0787: Join the incredible journey of Hayabusa spacecraft as it embarks on an extraordinary mission to explore and collect samples from asteroid Itokawa. Asteroid mining, artwork C014 / 1238: Unveiling the future of space exploration - delve into the fascinating concept of asteroid mining and its potential for unlocking valuable resources beyond our planet's boundaries. Asteroid Icarus, artwork: Discover the enigmatic world of Asteroid Icarus, named after Greek mythology's daring character who flew too close to the sun – unraveling secrets that lie within this celestial body. Near Earth asteroids, artwork: Get up close and personal with near-Earth asteroids through stunning artistic renditions that capture their intricate details and proximity to our own home planet. Asteroid approaching Earth, artwork C013 / 8949: Brace yourselves for an exhilarating cosmic spectacle. Witness an asteroid hurtling towards Earth in this captivating piece of art that ignites curiosity about planetary defense strategies. Asteroid deflection: Explore innovative techniques employed by scientists to safeguard our planet from potential catastrophic events caused by wayward asteroids – unveiling humanity's resilience against nature's forces. Asteroid probe: Embark on a thrilling virtual voyage alongside cutting-edge space probes designed specifically for studying asteroids up-close; marvel at mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond terrestrial boundaries. Comet and Earth, artwork: Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing visual depiction showcasing the ethereal beauty when comets gracefully intersect with our beloved blue marble – reminding us how interconnected we are with the cosmos. Asteroid deflection, solar sail.