We propose a series of low-cost flyby missions to perform a reconnaissance of near-Earth cometary nuclei and asteroids. The primary scientific goal is to study the physical and chemical diversity in these objects. The mission concept is based on the Pegasus launch vehicle. Mission costs, inclusive of launch, development, mission operations, and analysis are expected to be near $50 M per mission. Launch opportunities occur in all years. The benefits of this reconnaissance to society are stressed.


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    Title :

    Low cost missions to explore the diversity of near Earth objects


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    Publication date :

    1992-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


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    Language :

    English




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