New Method for Pre-impact Meteorite Strewn Field Predictions Integrated into ESA Aegis Pipeline

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Published: 2026-09-05
Category: science
Source: Astrobiology

A new method for predicting meteorite strewn fields prior to impact has been integrated into the European Space Agency's (ESA) Aegis pipeline. This advancement enables hours-ahead computation of impact locations, which will support recovery efforts, minimize contamination, and aid civil-protection decision-making when warranted by object size and predicted ground hazard.

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