NASA's Hypothetical Exercise on Potential Asteroid Collision

SOURCE www.the-express.com
NASA conducted a hypothetical exercise and found that an asteroid has a 72 percent chance of hitting Earth in 2038. The plan to combat the asteroid has gaps, and public awareness methods are not fully developed. The exercise highlighted the need for better preparation and coordination in case of an asteroid strike.

Key Points

  • 72 percent chance of an asteroid collision in 2038
  • Limited readiness to implement needed space missions
  • Concerns about public awareness and information dissemination
  • Challenges in obtaining funding and information for asteroid defense

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the potential threat of asteroid collisions
  • Helps identify gaps in readiness and planning for such scenarios

Cons

  • The exercise highlights the lack of preparedness in launching space missions to prevent asteroid impacts
  • Concerns about delays in observations and potential challenges in coordinating public information