Friday, November 15, 2024
HomeTop NewsEuropean space mission: European space mission to Mercury sends first image of...

European space mission: European space mission to Mercury sends first image of the planet

Published on

  • Jonathan Amos
  • BBC Science Correspondent

Image released, @BEPICOLOMBO

Comment on the photo,

The first image of Mercury from the European Union mission was sent to Earth

The European mission to Mercury (BeppiColombo) sent the first image of the closest planet to the Sun in the Solar System.

At an altitude of only 200 km, the mission was sent shortly after take-off over Mercury.

The mission leaders devised five more strategies using Mercury’s gravity using force to support the craft’s speed control.

These strategies are aimed at slowing down the spacecraft so that it can create a stable orbit around the planet.

Latest articles

Ireland: Dáil adopts report in favor of euthanasia

Yesterday, the Dail The "Assisted Dying" report was approved by...

Expert Picks: Best Glue Options for Acrylic Nails

Acrylic nails have become a beauty staple for many, offering a durable and stylish...

One day, one photo… this Halloween (obviously) from Ireland

There are photos that stand out, make you dream or make you ask questions....

After battering Ireland this weekend, Storm Ashley will move over France

AFP Videos - FranceSpain: More than 70 dead, many missing in Dantesque floodsDevastating floods...

More like this

Ireland: Dáil adopts report in favor of euthanasia

Yesterday, the Dail The "Assisted Dying" report was approved by...

Expert Picks: Best Glue Options for Acrylic Nails

Acrylic nails have become a beauty staple for many, offering a durable and stylish...

One day, one photo… this Halloween (obviously) from Ireland

There are photos that stand out, make you dream or make you ask questions....