An innovative proposal would be a first for planetary exploration.
Turns out, it’s as tough to drop inward into the inner solar system, as it is to head outward. The problem stems from losing momentum from a launch starting point on Earth. It can take missions several years and planetary flybys before capture and arrival in orbit around Mercury or Venus.
Now, a new proposal would see a mission make the trip, using innovative and fuel efficient means.
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