"Exploring the Psyche of Falcon Heavy: Unveiling the Secrets of SpaceX's Mighty Rocket"

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Source: Everyday Astronaut
"Exploring the Psyche of Falcon Heavy: Unveiling the Secrets of SpaceX's Mighty Rocket"
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SpaceX is preparing to launch the Psyche probe on a Falcon Heavy rocket to explore the asteroid 16 Psyche, believed to be the exposed nickel-iron core of an early planet. The mission aims to study the asteroid's elemental composition, magnetic field, and topography, providing insights into planet formation and the interior of terrestrial planets. The spacecraft carries instruments such as a multispectral imager, gamma-ray and neutron spectrometers, a magnetometer, and a gravity science investigation. The launch is scheduled for October 12, 2023, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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