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Don Quijote CubeSat
02 JUL. 2026 publication date 142 Views

Ramses's Don Quijote CubeSat, led by Emxys, will be deployed from the main spacecraft just a few kilometres from Apophis. It will study the asteroid’s shape and geological properties and will carry out an autonomous approach manoeuvre before attempting to land on the surface. If the landing is successful, it will also measure the asteroid’s seismic activity.

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EMXYS

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