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"Flyaround" video of Vesta as seen from low orbit by Dawn
http://science.nasa.gov/science-news/science-at-nasa/2011/16sep_vestaflyaround/
http://science.nasa.gov/science-news/science-at-nasa/2011/16sep_vestaflyaround/
Radrook said:Wonder what the mineral value of Vesta is.
marcus said:...the real prize is CERES which is twice the diameter and is estimated to have a water-ice outer mantle.
The purpose of the video is to provide a visual representation of the surface and features of the asteroid Vesta as seen from a low orbit by the Dawn spacecraft. It allows scientists to study the asteroid in more detail and gain a better understanding of its composition and structure.
The video was created by stitching together images captured by the Framing Camera on board the Dawn spacecraft as it orbited Vesta. The images were taken from different angles and distances, and then processed and combined to create the smooth flyover video.
The process of creating the video took several weeks, as the images had to be carefully selected, processed, and aligned to create a seamless and accurate representation of the asteroid's surface. The final video is approximately 1 minute and 20 seconds long.
The video allows scientists to study the surface features of Vesta, such as craters, mountains, and other geological formations, in detail. They can also use the video to track the asteroid's rotation and determine its shape and size, which can provide valuable insight into its formation and evolution.
It is possible that there will be more flyover videos of other celestial bodies in the future, as spacecrafts continue to explore and study our solar system. These videos provide a unique and captivating perspective that can aid in our understanding of these objects and their place in the universe.