NASA System Predicts Impact of a Very Small Asteroid Over Germany
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NASA's Scout System Accurately Predicted the Impact of Asteroid 2024 BX1 Over Germany
Just 70 minutes after Sárneczky's discovery, Scout reported a 100% probability of impact. The impactor, designated 2024 BX1, had been discovered less than three hours earlier by Krisztián Sárneczky.
The Scout system is a NASA-developed tool that uses data from telescopes around the world to track asteroids and comets that could pose a threat to Earth. Scout is designed to provide early warning of potential impacts, giving scientists and emergency responders time to prepare.
In the case of 2024 BX1, Scout's prediction was accurate within minutes. The asteroid impacted Earth over Germany on September 6, 2024, causing no damage or injuries.
The successful prediction of the 2024 BX1 impact is a testament to the accuracy and reliability of the Scout system. Scout is a vital tool for protecting Earth from asteroid impacts, and its continued development and improvement is essential for ensuring the safety of our planet.
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