Spacecraft army or nukes? Nasa reveals strategy against 'planet killer' asteroids

Monday, 14 October 2024
Nasa unveils its strategy to counter potential catastrophic asteroids, drawing lessons from the dinosaur extinction event. Plans include deploying spacecraft or nuclear solutions to intercept and deflect threatening NEOs. A successful DART mission in 2022 highlights Nasa's capability to redirect hazardous asteroids.

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