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News: 1999 - 2000
29 December 2000: Packed with Boulders, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 December 2000: Mysterious Surface Details, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 December 2000: Typically Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 December 2000: Craters and Boulders, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 December 2000: The Home Stretch Begins, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 December 2000: A Last Look From High Up, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 December 2000: Rugged Landscape, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 December 2000: Older Than the Hills, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 December 2000: The Saddle in 3-D, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 December 2000: Multiple Horizons, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 December 2000: Dimpled Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
8 December 2000: Eros Wears Its Rings, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
7 December 2000: A Knob on the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
5 December 2000: An Overview of the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
4 December 2000: The Case of the Disappearing Pawprint, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
1 December 2000: Sunset in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 November 2000: An Unusual Perspective, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
29 November 2000: Rim of the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 November 2000: Eros in Transition, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 November 2000: Southern Grooves, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 November 2000: The Big Valley, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
20 November 2000: Now and Then, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 November 2000: An Overview of the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 November 2000: South of the Paw, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 November 2000: Southern Hemisphere Overview, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 November 2000: Low-Altitude Flyover Movie: Oct. 26, 2000, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 November 2000: Looking Southwest Over the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 November 2000: A Look at Psyche, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
9 November 2000: Measuring Topography, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
8 November 2000: Getting into the Groove, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
6 November 2000: Almost Vertical Cliff on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
3 November 2000: Crater with a Tail, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
2 November 2000: The Mysterious Face of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
1 November 2000: Color Mapping the Southern Hemisphere, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 October 2000: The Southern Hemisphere from High Orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 October 2000: Back on the High Road, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 October 2000: Last Stop 'Til Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 October 2000: Eros Closest Approach Mosaic, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 October 2000: Beginning of the Closest Approach to Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 October 2000: Eros at Close Approach, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 October 2000: Eros Up REALLY Close, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 October 2000: Himeros Image Mosaic, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 October 2000: NEAR Scientists Gathering Solid Data on Complex Asteroid Eros, Johns Hopkins University
"When scientists from NASA's Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous (NEAR) mission took their first close-up look at 433 Eros on Feb. 14, they had more questions than
facts on their target asteroid. Now, after eight months of examining Eros with the NEAR Shoemaker spacecraft's array of instruments and sensors, NEAR team
members say they have solid data on the history, makeup and topography of the complex, oddly shaped space rock. "
24 October 2000: Eros Flyover Movie: Sept. 19, 2000, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 October 2000: Eros Map and Place Names, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
23 October 2000: Imaging the October 26 Low-Altitude Flyover, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
23 October 2000: NEAR Shoemaker closes in for unprecedented view of asteroid, Johns Hopkins University
"On Oct. 26, after more than eight months in orbit around asteroid Eros, the NEAR Shoemaker spacecraft will swoop to within three miles (5.3 kilometers) of the
asteroid, taking images and collecting data from a distance closer than any spacecraft has ever come to an asteroid."
20 October 2000: A Changing Picture of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 October 2000: Eros Under a High Sun, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 October 2000: NEAR Shoemaker's Laser Rangefinder Surveys Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 October 2000: Better Resolution Is Always Best, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 October 2000: NEAR Shoemaker's Closest Approach, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 October 2000: Navigating NEAR Shoemaker, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 October 2000: Tracking a Feature on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 October 2000: Sunrise in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
6 October 2000: And This Just In, From Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
5 October 2000: The Horizon from Low Orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
4 October 2000: The South Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
3 October 2000: The Shape of Eros
2 October 2000: A Roadmap for Eros
29 September 2000: The Ups and Downs of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 September 2000: Trailing Away, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 September 2000: Olympic Impacts, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 September 2000: Local Sunset, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 September 2000: An Ancient Ridge, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 September 2000: A Hint of Structure, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 September 2000: Flat and Smooth, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
20 September 2000: Brightness Variations in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 September 2000: Square Craters, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 September 2000: The Many Faces of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 September 2000: Under the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 September 2000: Eros' Angular Eastern End, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 September 2000: Changes, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 September 2000: Looking Along the Southern Hemisphere, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 September 2000: Crease in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
08 September 2000: Eros Flyover Movie: Closest Yet!, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
07 September 2000: Inside the Paw, Part II, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
06 September 2000: Inside the Paw, Part I, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
05 September 2000: Long Groove, Nice View, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
01 September 2000: Mapping Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 August 2000: Noon in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 August 2000: Big Old Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
29 August 2000: The Latest From Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 August 2000: Middle-aged Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 August 2000: Eros' Rolling Hills, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 August 2000: Here's Looking at You, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
23 August 2000: Brightness in the Shadows, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 August 2000: Textured Terrain, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 August 2000: Sentinels, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 August 2000: A Different World, Just Over the Hill, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 August 2000: Zebra Stripes, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 August 2000: Craters, Grooves and More, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 August 2000: Which Way Is Down?, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 August 2000: Starting with a Clean Slate, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 August 2000: Inside the Paw, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 August 2000: Toes of the Paw, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
09 August 2000: Up Against the Wall, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
08 August 2000: Tracks, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
07 August 2000: Rocky Hollow Picture Show, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
04 August 2000: Vertigo, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
03 August 2000: The Last Global Rotation Movie, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
02 August 2000: The Impact of Cratering, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
01 August 2000: A Lacework Surface, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 July 2000: Eros' Littered Surface from Low Altitude, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 July 2000: The Shape of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 July 2000: Check This, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 July 2000: Sandy Impressions, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 July 2000: Shapes Galore, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 July 2000: Craters and Grooves, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 July 2000: Snow Job, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
20 July 2000: Common Craters, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 July 2000: Eros' Rocky Skyline, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 July 2000: The Battering and Debris, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 July 2000: Eros: Closest View Yet!, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 July 2000: Shadows of the Night, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 July 2000: Evidence of Regolith, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 July 2000: Closer, Closer, Closer, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 July 2000: Slip Sliding Away, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 July 2000: How Old Are the Grooves?, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
07 July 2000: The Color of Regolith, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
06 July 2000: The Southern Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
05 July 2000: Southwest of the Big Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
03 July 2000: Salt Water Taffy, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 June 2000: Zebra Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
29 June 2000: A Streaky Plain, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 June 2000: Down Slippery Slopes, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 June 2000: The Wall, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 June 2000: A Very Interesting Place, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
Jun 23 June 2000: Swiss Cheese, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 June 2000: Rock Overhang, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
Jun 21 June 2000: Peeking into the Sunlight, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
Jun 20 June 2000: A Scratch on the Sculpture, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
Jun 19 June 2000: Details, Details, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 June 2000:A Swath of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 June 2000: Eros' Surface Layer, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 June 2000:Twin Pits, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 June 2000:Around the Bend, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
9 June 2000:Near an End of the Ridge, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
8 June 2000: Inside Eros' Large Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
7 June 2000:Eros Under Ideal Lighting, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
6 June 2000:Twilight's Last Gleaming, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
5 June 2000:Mosaic of Northern Hemisphere, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
2 June 2000:A Crease in the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
1 June 2000: Eros' Latitude and Longitude Grid, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 May 2000:
Color View of the Saddle, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 May 2000:
Eros Global Rotation Movie, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 May 2000:
Terrain with a Grain, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 May 2000:
The Saddle Wall, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 May 2000:
Ridge at Sunrise, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
23 May 2000:
Craterscape, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 May 2000:
Pretty Sharp, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 May 2000:
A Groovy Asteroid, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 May 2000:
Rock Bands, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 May 2000:
Over the Edge , Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 May 2000:
Chock Full o' Rocks, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 May 2000:
Looking Down, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 May 2000:
Where Have All the Craters Gone?, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 May 2000:
True Character, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 May 2000:
Painting a Mineralogic Picture , Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
9 May 2000:
The Saddle Wall, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
8 May 2000:
Eros in Perspective, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
5 May 2000: Light and Shadow , Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
4 May 2000: Horizon View , Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
3 May 2000: View From Low Orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
2 May 2000: Settling Down for a Long Map, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
1 May 2000: Down, Down, Down, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 April 2000: Burn puts NEAR Shoemaker in Ideal Science Observation Orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 April 2000: In the Groove, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 April 2000: Nibbled at the Edges, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
26 April 2000: Eros March Movie Marathon, Part 4, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 April 2000: Eros March Movie Marathon, Part 3, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 April 2000: Eros March Movie Marathon, Part 2, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 April 2000: Eros March Movie Marathon, Part 1, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
20 April 2000: A Smorgasbord of Landforms, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 April 2000: Signs of the Times, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 April 2000:
Eros Up Close, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 April 2000:
Back in the Saddle Again, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 April 2000:
Managing the Data Harvest, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 April 2000:
Impact at High Noon, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
12 April 2000:
The Record of What Came Before, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 April 2000:
Eros' North Pole, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 April 2000:
Eros in a Different Light, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
7 April 2000:
Turning Dreams in Reality, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
6 April 2000:
Importance of Lighting, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
5 April 2000:
Eros' Aging Craters, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
4 April 2000:
Boulders, Boulders, Boulders, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
3 April 2000:
Creating Color Images, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 March 2000:
April Fool's Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
30 March 2000:
Two Very Different Asteroids, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
29 March 2000:
Dancing with Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 March 2000:
Sunset on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 March 2000:
Visualization Tools, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 March 2000:
Second Eros Flyover Movie, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
23 March 2000: First Eros Flyover Movie, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 March 2000: Eros Color at Higher Resolution, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 March 2000: Eros Surface Morphology, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
20 March 2000: Eros' North Polar Region, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 March 2000: Long View of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 March 2000: From Planning to Data Analysis, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 March 2000: A Trio of Craters on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 March 2000: Glimpses into Eros' shadows, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 March 2000: Topographic Profiles from NLR, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 March 2000: Rim of Saddle Region on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
9 March 2000: Oblique View of Eros' Crater, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
8 March 2000: Cratered Terrain on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
7 March 2000: Interesting Structural Features on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
6 March 2000: Large Crater on Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
3 March 2000: NEAR in closer orbit around Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
"At 1 p.m. EST today a successful 22-second engine burn put NEAR into a near-circular orbit around asteroid Eros. The spacecraft is now operating approximately 124 miles (200 kilometers) from the center of the asteroid and will stay in that orbit until April 1. "
2 March 2000: The NEAR Laser Rangefinder (NLR) records the first ever range returns from an asteroid, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
1 March 2000: The sculptured surface of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 February 2000: Eros' bland butterscotch colors, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 February 2000: Eros' eastern and western hemispheres, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
25 February 2000: NEAR Finds a Battered But Unbroken Eros, Science, [summary - can be viewed for free once registered. A subscription fee is required for full access.]
24 February 2000: Eros' global morphology, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 February 2000: NEAR Gets a Little Closer to Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 February 2000: Eros image mosaic, looking north, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
22 February 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 February 2000: Asteroids' crater records compared, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 February 2000: Photos Show Old, Cratered Asteroid, AP, Yahoo
18 February 2000: Eros, in stereo, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
18 February 2000: NASA's NEAR sees craters, boulders, 'noses' on Eros, Reuters, Yahoo
18 February 2000: JPL has critical role on NEAR asteroid orbit mission, NASA JPL
17 February 2000: A Spectral View of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 February 2000: Eros Spectrum, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 February 2000: Eros: The Movie, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 February 2000: Inside Eros' giant gouge, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 February 2000: Over Eros' horizon, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
"This incredible picture of Eros, taken on February 14, 2000, shows the view looking from one end of the asteroid across the gouge on its underside and toward the opposite end."
17 February 2000: NEAR's first whole-Eros mosaic from orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 February 2000: Computer processing brings out Eros's details, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
 17 February 2000: Eros Shows its True Colors
According to a Johns Hopkins University press release "This color image of Eros was acquired by NEAR's
multispectral imager on February 12, 2000, at a range of
1100 miles (1800 kilometers). It is part of the final
approach imaging sequence prior to orbit insertion and is
intended to map the color properties of Eros across all of
the illuminated surface. The image shows approximately the
color that Eros would appear to the unaided human eye. Its
subtle butterscotch hue is typical of a wide variety of
minerals thought to be the major components of asteroids
like Eros. "
17 February 2000: NEAR Begins Looking Closely at Eros, NASA press release
16 February 2000: Romantic rendezvous with Eros previews Rosetta's rock show, ESA press release
15 February 2000: Near probe gets down to business, BBC
15 February 2000: Eros: The first look from orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
15 February 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: Spacecraft Orbits Asteroid Eros, Discovery Channel Online
14 February 2000: 12-panel Eros rotation image sequence, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: Closing In At Long Last On Asteroid Named Eros, Washington Post
14 February 2000: Spacecraft Orbits 'Eros' Asteroid, AP, Yahoo
14 February 2000: NEAR orbits asteroid Eros and spots its heart, Reuters, Yahoo
14 February 2000: NEAR's historic first image from Eros orbit, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: NEAR image of the day - 4-panel Eros rotation image sequence, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: NASA Goddard Courts Eros on Valentines Day, NASA GSFC
14 February 2000: NEAR Begins Historic Orbit Around Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: NEAR's big day: Probe hones in on asteroid Eros, Florida Today
14 February 2000: Spacecraft Approaching Asteroid, AP, Yahoo
14 February 2000: Eros rotation movie shows surface details, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 February 2000: Guess Who's Coming to Breakfast?, Space Science News
 13 February 2000: NEAR Finds A Heart on Asteroid 433 Eros
According to a press release from Johns Hopkins University, "Just in time for its Valentine's Day date with 433 Eros, the Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous (NEAR) spacecraft snapped this photo during its approach to the 21-mile-long space rock. Taken Feb. 11, 2000, from 1,609 miles (2590 kilometers) away, the picture reveals a heart-shaped depression about 3 miles (5 kilometers) long. Photos taken from closer in during the next few days will help the NEAR team unravel the mystery of this shadowy feature. "
13 February 2000: NEAR Approaching Eros on Schedule, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 February 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 February 2000: NEAR's spectrometer measures Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 February 2000: NEAR Captures an Asteroid's Heart, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
13 February 2000: NEAR Captures Eros' Heart (image), Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
11 February 2000: Spacecraft Ready for Eros, Discovery Online
11 February 2000: NEAR Spacecraft Sets Valentine Rendezvous at Eros, Reuters, Yahoo
10 February 2000: NEAR image of the day for 2000 Feb 10, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 February 2000: NASA gets another shot at space target, Christian Science Monitor
09 February 2000: Spacecraft snaps pictures of asteroid ahead of historic orbit, CNN
08 February 2000: Eros or Bust, Space Science News
08 February 2000: Events and Briefings set for Historic Asteroid Encounter, NASA press release
08 February 2000: NEAR Science Update 8 Feb 2000, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
08 February 2000: NEAR Gets Final Flight Adjustment, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
04 February 2000: NEAR image of the day for 2000 Feb 4, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
04 February 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
03 February 2000: NEAR image of the day, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
03 February 2000: NEAR Rendezvous Burn a Success, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
03 February 2000: Rescheduled Rendezvous Burn to Keep NEAR on Course, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
02 February 2000: NEAR image of the day for 2000 Feb 2, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
02 February 2000: NEAR Rendezvous Burn Delayed, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
31 January 2000: NEAR Image of the Day 31 January 2000, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
28 January 2000: NEAR Mission Status Report 1/28/2000, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
27 January 2000: NEAR image of the day for 2000 Jan 27, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 January 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
24 January 2000: NEAR Aces Final Flight Test, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
21 January 2000: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 January 2000: NEAR Snaps New Approach Photos of Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
14 January 2000: NEAR Science Update, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 January 2000: NEAR Watching the 'Rock' Around the Clock, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
07 January 2000: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
06 January 2000: NEAR Set to Observe Eros, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
17 December 1999: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
10 December 1999: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
06 December 1999: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
29 November 1999: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
19 November 1999: NEAR Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
16 November 1999: NEAR Mission Status Reports, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
05 November 1999: NEAR Mission Status Report, Applied Physics Lab, Johns Hopkins University
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