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This rusting asteroid is shaking scientists because it could redefine our understanding of the origins of water on Earth

Revolution in space: discovery on asteroid Psyche could change everything

Scientists have made a breakthrough discovery on the asteroid Psyche that could not only revolutionize our understanding of planetary evolution but also shed new light on the origin of water on Earth. Using observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Psycheโ€™s surface has been found to contain traces of metal hydrates, a clue that raises many questions about its complex history.

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The Secrets of Metallic Hydration on Psyche

The asteroid Psyche, located in the asteroid belt, is distinguished by its composition rich in metals, mainly nickel and iron, but also by the presence of precious metals near its surface. This particularity makes it a privileged object of study for scientists, especially now that metal hydrates have been detected there. These compounds result from the combination of water with metals, which could be a remnant of collisions with water-rich carbonaceous asteroids.

An overview of the technological innovations used

To reach these conclusions, the research team used JWST to observe the absorption of light at a wavelength of 3 micrometers, associated with OH (hydroxyl) components, typically bound to metals or present in water. Although free water appears to be absent โ€“ โ€‹โ€‹the observations did not reveal spectral lines at 6 micrometers โ€“ the presence of iron hydroxides such as Fe(OH)3, which forms part of rust, was confirmed.

The Implications of Magnetic Levitation Technology

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Challenges and future prospects

Although promising, this levitation technology is not without challenges. Researchers are currently working on reducing kinetic energy losses at the surface and improving vortex damping to ensure stable and smooth operation. In addition, the necessary infrastructure, such as specially designed runways, will require significant investment.

The impact on the automotive industry

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Mars hides a huge ocean beneath its surface and it may contain life

This paper explores the recent discovery by JWST of hydrated compounds on the asteroid Psyche, suggesting a complex history involving water and metals. This revelation challenges our knowledge of the origin of metallic asteroids and may offer new clues about the provenance of terrestrial water, while highlighting the scientific potential of future exploration missions.

Source: Planetary Science Journal