LEARN – Can Asteroids Have Rings Like Saturn?
Learning Objective: Learn that rings are not exclusive to planets and discover how they can be detec...
How Would We Know if an Alien Asteroid Impacted the Moon?
This article was originally published in the Bad Astronomy Newsletter (November 16, 2023 Issue #645)...
A Small Asteroid Will Cover a Supergiant Star
Betelgeuse stands out as one of the celestial marvels, ranking among the top 10 brightest stars that...
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LEARN – Can Asteroids Have Rings Like Saturn?
Learning Objective: Learn that rings are not exclusive to planets and discover how they can be detected in smaller bodies like asteroids. Overview: The progress in astronomical technology and observation [...]
How Would We Know if an Alien Asteroid Impacted the Moon?
This article was originally published in the Bad Astronomy Newsletter (November 16, 2023 Issue #645) by Phil Plait, an astronomer and science communicator, as well as a friend of Asteroid […]
A Small Asteroid Will Cover a Supergiant Star
Betelgeuse stands out as one of the celestial marvels, ranking among the top 10 brightest stars that grace our night sky. With a diameter nearly 8000 times that of the [...]
Science Festival: Building Spacecraft Models with the Asteroid Foundation
This article was originally published on asteroidfoundation.org. This November was filled with promoting science and asteroids for the team at the Asteroid Foundation. The Foundation attended the grand opening of [...]
Asteroid Day at NASA Wallops
The NASA Wallops Flight Facility, situated on Wallops Island along the eastern coast of Virginia in the United States, has served as a rocket launch site since its establishment in […]
Space Inspiration: Asteroids in Modern Architecture & Design
Architecture and astronomy have shared a profound connection since ancient times. This enduring relationship is evident in structures like pyramids, monuments, and observatories that have been preserved across the world. […]
Letter of Support for the RAMSES Mission to the Asteroid Apophis
The upcoming close encounter with the asteroid Apophis on April 13, 2029, presents an exceptional opportunity for planetary defense, asteroid science and public engagement. Apophis, measuring 370 meters in diameter, […]
LEARN – What are Kirkwood Gaps?
Learning Objective: Learn why and where there are gaps in the distribution of asteroids. Overview: Kirkwood Gaps are a feature of main belt asteroids’ orbit, where there are gaps in [...]
OSIRIS-REx: Is It Over?
On September 24, the OSIRIS-REx probe capsule successfully landed in the desert region of Utah, western USA, containing fragments of asteroid Bennu. Now, the probe launched in 2016 will not […]
Asteroid Day in the Heart of an Impact Crater in Rochechouart
The Center for International Research and Restitution on Impacts and on Rochechouart (CIRIR) in France serves as a comprehensive hub for asteroid impact research, education, culture, territorial development, and public […]
Exploring Space and Asteroids: Asteroid Foundation’s Autumn 2023 Highlights
This article was originally published on asteroidfoundation.org. In Autumn 2023, the Asteroid Foundation took part in a series of events aimed at promoting science and space exploration in Luxembourg. Below, [...]
Reach Asteroids Using a Deck of Cards
Everywhere, you can find someone who has play cards. It’s a fun way to interact with your family, friends, and colleagues through a variety of games. The standard deck, which […]
