impactor technology

Impactor technology involves using a device called an impactor to precisely direct a controllable projectile or jet at a target. This technique is often employed in space exploration to analyze celestial bodies by delivering instruments, measuring surfaces, or modifying surfaces through high-speed impacts. The impactor's kinetic energy allows it to perform tasks such as drilling, sampling, or creating craters, providing valuable data about the target’s composition and properties. It offers a way to conduct detailed studies remotely, without needing large lander equipment, making it an efficient tool for planetary exploration.