Overview
Explore the groundbreaking first science results from NASA's GRAIL moon gravity mapping mission in this 43-minute press conference. Delve into the findings of the twin spacecraft, Ebb and Flow, which orbited the Moon at an average altitude of 34 miles, generating the highest resolution gravity map of another celestial body to date. Learn from expert participants, including the GRAIL principal investigator and co-investigators, as they discuss the mission's achievements and implications for lunar science. Gain insights into the innovative technology and methodologies used to create this unprecedented lunar gravity map, and understand its significance for future lunar exploration and our understanding of celestial bodies.
Syllabus
Fall Meeting 2012 Press Conference: NASA's Lunar Twins -- GRAIL First Science Results
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