Sharjah drive tracks asteroids near the Earth

As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance research and practical applications in asteroid observation, the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST), affiliated with the University of Sharjah (UoS), organised a specialised observation campaign to track and analyse the near-Earth asteroids '2018 RC2' and 'Flora 8.'
This marks the first dedicated near-Earth asteroids (NEAs) observation campaign conducted through the Sharjah Astronomical Observatory.
It aims to support astronomical research, enhance observational and analytical capabilities, and contribute to a better understanding of the orbital and physical characteristics of near-Earth asteroids.
The campaign covered the key concepts involved in observing near-Earth asteroids, focusing on their orbital and physical characteristics. It emphasised the importance of monitoring, tracking, and studying these asteroids.
Discussions also addressed global asteroid observation networks, including the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN), which plays a crucial role in promoting global collaboration for monitoring celestial bodies.
The campaign introduced internationally recognised observatories and telescopes, highlighting their advanced technical specifications, and explored the specialised software used for tracking and analysing asteroids.
During the campaign, participants engaged in hands-on activities, recording precise orbital and photometric data of the asteroid using advanced astronomical systems to track its motion and analyse its trajectory across the sky.
This experience contributed to expanding participants' knowledge and capabilities in the field, enhancing their understanding of celestial bodies, and the orbital and physical characteristics of near-Earth asteroids.
Gulf Today, Staff Reporter
SHARJAH: As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance research and practical applications in asteroid observation, the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST), affiliated with the University of Sharjah (UoS), organised a specialised observation campaign to track and analyse the near-Earth asteroids '2018 RC2' and 'Flora 8.'
This marks the first dedicated near-Earth asteroids (NEAs) observation campaign conducted through the Sharjah Astronomical Observatory.
It aims to support astronomical research, enhance observational and analytical capabilities, and contribute to a better understanding of the orbital and physical characteristics of near-Earth asteroids.
The campaign covered the key concepts involved in observing near-Earth asteroids, focusing on their orbital and physical characteristics. It emphasised the importance of monitoring, tracking, and studying these asteroids.
Discussions also addressed global asteroid observation networks, including the International Asteroid Warning Network (IAWN), which plays a crucial role in promoting global collaboration for monitoring celestial bodies.
The campaign introduced internationally recognised observatories and telescopes, highlighting their advanced technical specifications, and explored the specialised software used for tracking and analysing asteroids.
During the campaign, participants engaged in hands-on activities, recording precise orbital and photometric data of the asteroid using advanced astronomical systems to track its motion and analyse its trajectory across the sky.
This experience contributed to expanding participants' knowledge and capabilities in the field, enhancing their understanding of celestial bodies, and the orbital and physical characteristics of near-Earth asteroids.

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