Observation: Flyeye telescopes

ESA is developing a new network of telescopes known as the ‘Flyeye’ network to conduct automated nightly sky surveys and identify potentially hazardous asteroids.

Up to four Flyeye Telescopes will be located across the world. Once validated by human astronomers, Flyeye data will be sent to the International Astronomical Union (IAU)’s Minor Planet Center (USA), the world’s central clearing house for all asteroid sightings.

ESA asteroid experts work with other space agencies and European civil protection authorities to devise mitigation measures. ESA also supports asteroid warning and risk assessment activities at the United Nations, in cooperation with experts from the IAU and worldwide.

More information

https://www.esa.int/Space_Safety/Planetary_Defence

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