NEO Surveyor Mission

The NEO Surveyor Mission is a project by NASA designed to detect and study near-Earth objects (NEOs), such as asteroids and comets that come close to our planet. Using a space-based infrared telescope, the mission aims to find these objects more effectively than ground-based methods, especially the smaller ones. By identifying and tracking NEOs, the mission helps assess potential impact threats and improves understanding of their properties. Ultimately, NEO Surveyor enhances planetary defense and provides valuable insights into the origins of our solar system.