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OSIRIS-APEX is NASA's extended mission for the spacecraft that returned a sample from asteroid Bennu in 2023 under the OSIRIS-REx program. After the sample-return phase, the spacecraft was redirected toward asteroid Apophis, which it is intended to study around and after the asteroid's close Earth flyby in 2029. The mission extends a completed sample-return investigation into a close-up study of a different near-Earth asteroid.
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How good is OSIRIS-APEX?
OSIRIS-APEX scores 6.61/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Space Mission category.
What are the best alternatives to OSIRIS-APEX?
See our alternatives page for OSIRIS-APEX for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Psyche, OSIRIS-REx (Bennu Sample Return), Voyager 2.
How does OSIRIS-APEX compare to Psyche?
See our detailed comparison of OSIRIS-APEX vs Psyche with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is OSIRIS-APEX worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.61/10, OSIRIS-APEX is a solid option in Space Mission. See all Space Mission ranked.
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