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Hera Spacecraft Captures Historic Mars Flyby Images

3/14/2025

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On March 12, 2025, ESA's Hera spacecraft made history by capturing stunning images of Mars and its moon Deimos during a groundbreaking flyby. This mission, the first to utilize Hera's instruments beyond Earth, aims to deepen our understanding of the asteroid Dimorphos, paving the way for improved planetary defense strategies.

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On March 12, 2025, ESA's Hera spacecraft made history by capturing stunning images of Mars and its moon Deimos during a groundbreaking flyby. This mission, the first to utilize Hera's instruments beyond Earth, aims to deepen our understanding of the asteroid Dimorphos, paving the way for improved planetary defense strategies.