NASA Psyche Spacecraft Uses Mars Gravity Assist

Pasadena, CA – NASA’s Psyche spacecraft flew by Mars on May 15th, 2026, using the planet’s gravity to gain speed and slightly tilt its trajectory. The flyby also gave the team an opportunity to prep for the science they will be conducting when they reach the metal-rich asteroid Psyche in 2029. Using Mars as a [...] The post NASA Psyche Spacecraft Uses Mars Gravity Assist appeared first on Clarksville Online - Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information .