Phys.org Japan space probe skims asteroid in test for planetary defense Astrobitica July 5, 2026 (Last updated: July 5, 2026) 1 minute read 0 comments A Japanese space probe performed a flyby of a near-Earth asteroid on Sunday in a test mission for technology that could help protect the planet from space rocks. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts This post was originally published on this site Post navigation Previous: NASA tests advanced new Mars rover prototype in the California desert (video)Next: Airbus to build Aeolus-2 wind-monitoring satellite Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Type in the text displayed above Δ Related Stories Phys.org Using quantum entanglement to secure ground-to-satellite timing Astrobitica July 7, 2026 0 Phys.org Baseline tool could separate alien life signals from geology on ocean worlds Astrobitica July 7, 2026 0 Phys.org Much of Earth’s ‘space dust’ may come from unidentified near-Earth asteroids Astrobitica July 7, 2026 0
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