NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Intensifies Propulsion for Asteroid Journey

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Published: 2026-10-22T17:16:00Z
Category: science
Source: NASA Science
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NASA's Psyche spacecraft has begun operating its xenon thrusters for nearly 90% of the time, accelerating its journey deeper into the solar system. This crucial operational milestone aims to efficiently propel the probe towards its target, the metal-rich asteroid Psyche, marking significant progress for the mission.

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