Asteroid Exploration

Asteroid exploration research focuses on developing efficient and autonomous methods for navigating, characterizing, and mapping asteroids. Current efforts concentrate on improving trajectory optimization using machine learning techniques like neural networks and support vector machines, alongside advancements in vision-based navigation employing convolutional neural networks for robust feature extraction and 3D tracking. These technological advancements are crucial for enabling safer, more cost-effective, and scientifically productive asteroid missions, ultimately enhancing our understanding of these celestial bodies and their role in solar system formation.