The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft captures groundbreaking images of Mars and its moon Deimos during a close flyby, marking the first use of its scientific instruments beyond Earth and the Moon. Discover how this mission contributes to our understanding of the Martian system and its role in the larger Didymos asteroid mission. Join us as we explore the insights gained from this remarkable achievement in space...
The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft captures groundbreaking images of Mars and its moon Deimos during a close flyby, marking the first use of its scientific instruments beyond Earth and the Moon. Discover how this mission contributes to our understanding of the Martian system and its role in the larger Didymos asteroid mission. Join us as we explore the insights gained from this remarkable achievement in space exploration.
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