GoKawiilUAE Completes First Solo Space Probe, Prepares for Asteroid Mission in 2028
The UAE announced the completion of its first domestically designed space probe on October 1, which will be integrated with the MBR Explorer spacecraft at the University of Colorado Boulder. Scheduled for launch in March 2028, the mission aims to study six asteroids, Venus, and Mars, with a focus on the asteroid Justicia, believed to contain ancient materials from the outer Solar System. This marks the UAE's second interplanetary project after the Hope Mars orbiter.
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This development highlights the UAE's rapid advancement in space technology, positioning it as a significant player in planetary exploration. Successfully launching and operating a domestically built probe could enable the country to contribute valuable scientific data and foster international collaborations in space research.
- UAE's first fully domestically designed space probe is ready for launch in 2028.
- The mission will study multiple celestial bodies, including an asteroid with potentially ancient materials.
- This marks the UAE's second interplanetary mission, building on its Mars exploration success.
Source: nature.com — Gibney, 2026-10-08
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