A Swarm of Spacecraft Could Intercept Interstellar Objects

We've learned that Interstellar Objects (ISOs) are not strangers to our Solar System. There have been many, and there will be many more. The Vera Rubin Observatory is expected to find hundreds each year. Scientists are keen to learn more about them, and a swarm of spacecraft on standby might be the way to do it.

Mar 24, 2025 - 20:40
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A Swarm of Spacecraft Could Intercept Interstellar Objects

We've learned that Interstellar Objects (ISOs) are not strangers to our Solar System. There have been many, and there will be many more. The Vera Rubin Observatory is expected to find hundreds each year. Scientists are keen to learn more about them, and a swarm of spacecraft on standby might be the way to do it.