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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Science
- Time of India
NASA warns! 1200- foot asteroid 2005 VO5 to pass Earth today - know its speed, distance, and potential risk
A massive asteroid, approximately the size of a football stadium, is set to make a close flyby of Earth this week, drawing the attention of sky watchers and astronomers around the globe. Although the near-Earth object poses no immediate threat, its approach serves as a critical reminder of the unpredictable nature of space. Events like these emphasise the growing importance of planetary defence and global efforts in asteroid tracking and space monitoring. With increased awareness and advancements in technology, agencies like NASA and ISRO continue to improve detection systems to safeguard Earth from future asteroid impact risks. Asteroid 2005 VO5 speeding Earth today: Know speed and distance NASA has officially confirmed that asteroid 2005 VO5 will make its closest approach to Earth on July 11, 2025. Travelling at an astonishing speed of over 32,000 miles per hour, the asteroid will pass at a distance of approximately 3.78 million kilometres from our planet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Get ₹2Cr life cover@ ₹700 p.m. ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Although that may seem comfortably distant, in astronomical terms, it is considered relatively close. This proximity, combined with the asteroid's significant size—estimated to be about 1,200 feet (370 meters) wide—makes it an object of interest for scientists. NASA monitors asteroid 2005 VO5 closely Despite its size and speed, asteroid 2005 VO5 is not expected to pose any danger to Earth during this pass. It belongs to the Aten group of near-Earth asteroids—space rocks whose orbits often cross Earth's path. While 2005 VO5 will not enter Earth's immediate vicinity, its dimensions qualify it as "potentially hazardous" under NASA's monitoring criteria. NASA classifies any object larger than 85 meters that comes within 7.4 million kilometres of Earth as worth tracking. Although VO5 doesn't meet the distance criteria for a potential threat, it's still being closely observed for any unexpected orbital shifts. Even the slightest change in its trajectory could pose a threat in the future. ISRO joins global effort to track and deflect dangerous asteroids India is also taking proactive steps in the field of planetary defence. ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation), under the leadership of Chairman S. Somanath, has laid out a long-term vision for monitoring and mitigating asteroid threats. In recent remarks, Somanath emphasized the importance of global cooperation and readiness, especially as the world looks ahead to major celestial events—such as the 2029 flyby of asteroid Apophis, one of the largest near-Earth asteroids expected to pass within a close range. ISRO aims to collaborate with global space agencies like NASA, ESA (European Space Agency), and JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) to build robust systems for early detection and deflection. Plans are underway for future missions that may land on or closely observe asteroids, testing crucial technologies that could one day protect Earth from potential collisions. Why is it important to monitor asteroid 2005 VO5 While asteroid 2005 VO5 will safely pass by without incident, its visit is far from meaningless. It highlights the dynamic and ever-changing nature of our solar system—and reminds us that space, while awe-inspiring, carries potential threats that demand vigilance. As scientists and agencies worldwide continue to track and study these fast-moving rocks, the event also invites the public to look up at the night sky—not with fear, but with curiosity and awareness. The universe is full of mysteries, and each passing asteroid is a silent message from the cosmos: be prepared, stay alert, and keep watching. Also Read | NASA's DART mission ejected boulders from asteroid Dimorphos, offering new insight into asteroid collision outcomes
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Giant stadium-sized asteroid to make close approach to Earth on July 11. Check details
NASA has predicted a giant asteroid, estimated to be nearly the size of a stadium, to make a close approach into Earth's orbit on Friday. This asteroid had last entered earth's orbit on Jul 1, 1988, said NASA.(Unsplash/ representational) The asteroid is predicted to enter our planet's orbit for less than a minute, roughly at 04:46 hrs on July 11. The approximate size of the celestial body, named 2005 VO5 by NASA is estimated to be 1,200 ft, and the closest approach distance would be 6,090,000 km, said NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory(JPL), under California Institute of Technology. What is the asteroid 2005 VO5 and what is its speed? 2005 VO5 is classified under the Apollo [NEO, PHA] group of asteroids by JPL. The body's SPK ID is 3299722, according to the official website. At the approach, the object's velocity relative to the celestial body was 14.38 kilometres per second. The maximum approach distance is 0.04068 astronomical units. (1 au = 149597870.70 km) When did this asteroid last enter earth's orbit? When will it enter next? This asteroid last entered Earth's orbit on July 1, 1988, at 09:07 hrs. NASA has predicted its approach into our orbit on July 11, 2062, exactly 37 years from now. Is ISRO tracking asteroids? Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) closely monitors asteroids that pass by the planet through its Space Objects Tracking and Analysis (NETRA) network. What are the parameters of the asteroid? The orbital parameters of the asteroid are: Element Value Perihelion distance 0.8821698772556034 au Inclination 14.24115086635929 degrees Longitude of the ascending node 100.9532207526413 degrees Argument of perihelion 242.0453747011213 degrees Mean motion 0.3460660733417253 degrees per day Aphelion distance 3.136293624163837 au Semi-major axis 2.00923175070972 au View All Prev Next The physical parameters include the the absolute magnitude which is 19.76. Has ISRO issued a warning against the asteroid 2005 VO5? ISRO has not yet issued a warning for this asteroid, probably implying that it poses no threat to Earth.
India Today
02-07-2025
- Science
- India Today
Asteroid nine times the size of Qutub Minar is coming towards Earth
Asteroid 2005 VO5, nearly nine times the size of Qutub Minar is set to make a close approach to Earth on July 11, asteroid, with a diameter of 660 metres, is being closely monitored by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) due to its significant size and proximity to our planet. The asteroid will travel at an impressive speed of 51,732 kilometres per hour as it passes asteroid will fly by Earth at a distance of approximately 6,086,084 kilometres. Although this might seem like a vast expanse, the distance is considered close on an astronomical scale, providing a valuable opportunity for scientists to study the asteroid's characteristics and trajectory in detail. The close proximity allows for enhanced observation, which can yield insights into the asteroid's composition and event marks the asteroid's return since its last close flyby on July 1, 1988. Asteroid 2005 VO5 is not expected to come this close to Earth again until rare occurrence offers researchers a chance to gather important data that can enhance our understanding of such celestial bodies and their movements. Observing these flybys is crucial for developing predictive models that can help in future space missions and planetary defense has been vigilant in tracking Near-Earth Objects (NEOs), like 2005 VO5, to ensure any potential impact risks are assessed. JPL plays a crucial role in observing the orbit of this asteroid, enabling scientists to detect and analyse any changes in its upcoming flyby points to the importance of continuous observation and analysis of asteroids, as they are key components of our dynamic solar the current trajectory poses no immediate threat, it demonstrates the relevance of preparedness for future encounters with celestial the approach date nears, NASA and other scientific entities remain focused on leveraging this event to deepen our understanding of asteroids. This flyby represents an opportunity to advance scientific knowledge and improve strategies for monitoring these celestial visitors in the future.- Ends
