NASA’s asteroid-smashing gadget might save life

By Samantha Allen

Published: October 6, 2022 | 2:06 PM GMT

People all across the globe celebrated last week when NASA successfully crashed a satellite into an asteroid, showing that mankind may still be able to survive if a large space rock comes for earth.

But if a world-destroying asteroid the size of the six-mile-wide one that killed out the dinosaurs is going to strike our planet, would it really work? How much in advance will NASA scientists require? Will they also need nuclear weapons?

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.