On September 13, join CSA’s Tim Haltigin and the Royal Ontario Museum’s Dr. Kim Tait as they discuss OSIRIS-REx – Canada’s first participation in an asteroid sample-return mission. Launched in 2016, the OSIRIS-REx mission performed the most in-depth exploration of the asteroid Bennu to date. After 7 years in space, the mission returns to Earth on September 24, 2023 with its unique sample of material gathered from the asteroid. This engaging digital conversation celebrates the success of the mission, building awareness and anticipation for the mission’s return.
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Source: Canadian Space News