DART mission images shed light on the formation of binary asteroid systems

In 2022, NASA's DART spacecraft conducted a groundbreaking test by colliding with the asteroid Dimorphos, capturing detailed images before the impact. The findings have unveiled the complex history of this celestial duo, shedding light on binary asteroid systems formation.

The high-resolution images of the asteroid duo, Didymos and Dimorphos, have provided valuable insights into their origins and formation, challenging previous assumptions and significantly advancing our understanding of such cosmic phenomena.