Odin Mission Summary
Odin was our first real shot at deep space. Built in under 10 months for just $3.5 million, this mission was about more than reaching a metallic asteroid — it was about proving we could move fast, take calculated risks, and actually pull off a complex spacecraft build without the billion-dollar price tag. We made it past the Moon, got a few signals back, and proved that we could build and launch something that would reach deep space.
We didn’t get everything right, and we knew going in that we probably wouldn’t. But Odin did exactly what we needed: it taught us a ton. From comms issues and ground station chaos to solar panel quirks and deployment risk, every challenge became a lesson. We’re already folding those learnings into our next mission, Vestri — which will go even further. Odin was never about perfection. It was about progress.
The Missions Making Asteroid Mining Possible
Every mission is a step forward in turning asteroid resources into real-world opportunities.
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Advancing Space Research
Capturing Asteroid Data
High-resolution images provide valuable insights into asteroid 2020 OB5
Supporting Space Research
Data helps researchers understand the early solar system's formation.
Pioneering Technology
Odin's imaging systems set new standards for future missions.
Enhancing Future Missions
Collected data will guide the design of next-gen spacecraft
Innovating Spacecraft Design
Insights from Odin help develop more advanced spacecraft for future missions
Creating Value Beyond Earth
High-Value Resources
Asteroid 2020 OB5 contains Platinum Group Metals worth billions
Sustainable Mining
Space mining could reduce environmental damage on Earth
Boosting Industries
Supplying rare metals to technology, automotive, and renewable sectors
Reducing Mining Costs
Asteroid mining offers a lower cost-per-ton of metal extraction
Accelerating Space Economy
Odin’s mission contributes to building a viable market for off-world resources
Asteroid Mining Is No Longer Just Sci-Fi
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