A Mission to Meet Halley’s Comet in 2061

The HCREM (Halley Comet Rendezvous Mission) aims to reach Halley’s Comet by 2056, using Jupiter’s gravity assist and electric propulsion to study its activity long before it nears the Sun. Unlike past flybys, this mission would travel alongside Halley for years, capturing detailed data with an innovative wide-angle camera. Scientists hope to uncover key insights into the comet’s structure, evolution, and volatile release. A launch before 2040 is crucial to meet the timeline and maximize scientific returns.