NASA's Psyche spacecraft just got an assist from Mars on the way to its asteroid namesake

NASA's Psyche spacecraft received a gravitational assist from Mars as it continues its journey to the asteroid Psyche. This maneuver helps the spacecraft adjust its trajectory towards its destination, an asteroid believed to be the core of an early planet. Studying this asteroid could provide valuable insights into the formation of Earth's core.

• GAME Psyche
• COMPANY NASA