ESA Hera Mission Asteroid Imaging Update (esa.int)

• High-resolution visual telemetry from Dimorphos.
• Assessment of kinetic impact effects on asteroid geology.
• Advancement of international planetary defense benchmarks.

"The ESA Hera mission has transmitted new imagery of the asteroid Dimorphos, providing critical insights into the impact site from the previous DART mission. This data is essential for assessing the efficacy of kinetic impactor technology in planetary defense. By mapping the asteroid's surface and structural integrity, Hera enhances Europe’s scientific capability to monitor and mitigate risks from near-Earth objects."