How OSIRIS-REx will Steer Itself to Sample an Asteroid

The video tutorial discusses the mission to collect samples from the asteroid Bennu, highlighting the challenges faced with Venus's rocky surface and the development of Natural Feature Tracking (NFT) as a solution. It explains the process of creating 3D maps using images from Bennu, the accuracy requirements for the mission, and the potential hazards that could damage the spacecraft. The tutorial also covers the autonomous nature of NFT and how it helps in adjusting the spacecraft's trajectory to ensure successful sample collection.

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