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BepiColombo Space Probe Approaches Mercury After Eight-Year Journey

The BepiColombo space probe, a joint mission by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, is nearing Mercury after an eight-year journey. Following a propulsion malfunction that delayed its arrival, the probe is now preparing for scientific observations scheduled to begin in April 2027. The mission aims to explore key questions about Mercury's composition and its magnetic field, contributing to our understanding of terrestrial planet formation.

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The BepiColombo space probe, a joint mission by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, is nearing Mercury after an eight-year journey. Following a propulsion malfunction that delayed its arrival, the probe is now preparing for scientific observations scheduled to begin in April 2027. The mission aims to explore key questions about Mercury's composition and its magnetic field, contributing to our understanding of terrestrial planet formation.

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After 8 Years in Space, ‘BepiColombo’ Is Finally Approaching Mercury

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BepiColombo Space Probe Approaches Mercury After Eight-Year Journey