
Lucy's first asteroid flyby reveals a surprise moon
Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science
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Unexpected Discoveries and Challenges
This chapter discusses the surprising discoveries made during a spacecraft's first flyby of an asteroid, including the unexpected presence of a satellite and the formation of a contact binary. The team shares their astonishment and curiosity about these findings and discusses the challenges these discoveries pose to current models and interpretations. They also highlight the importance of gathering accurate data and investing in stellar occultation campaigns and spacecraft missions to further understand these phenomena.
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