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Astronomy · L3 · Assessing an Asteroid Impact Hazard

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The process from discovering a near-Earth object to deciding whether deflection is needed.

by @openstemUpdated Astronomy
NEO survey telescope discovers a new objectOrbit determined and refined with follow-up observationsDoes the orbit carry any Earth-impact probability?Catalogued only; routine monitoringEstimate size and impact energyAssign a Torino Scale ratingDoes the rating stay significant on further tracking?Consider deflection: kinetic impactor or gravity tractorNoYes, however smallNoYes, persistently high

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