Could we rapidly launch an asteroid deflection mission?

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Published on September 24, 2023 4:30:10 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6rtIgvKOW8

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Firefly recently demonstrated a rapid response mission for DoD purpose with the Alpha's launch of 'VICTUS NOX'. Let's discuss what happened to make this successful, and if we could do such a thing to rapidly divert an asteroid approaching Earth.

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