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  • Planetary science
  • Space exploration
  • Asteroid research

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  • The OSIRIS-REx mission targets asteroid (101955) Bennu for sample return.
  • The OSIRIS-REx Camera Suite (OCAMS) is crucial for studying Bennu's shape and surface.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present calibration methods and results for the three OCAMS cameras: MapCam, PolyCam, and SamCam.
  • To ensure accurate imaging of Bennu for site selection and scientific analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized pre-flight and in-flight calibration data for OCAMS cameras.
  • Characterized camera properties including bias, dark behavior, flat fields, stray light, and radiometric response.

Main Results:

  • Established baseline camera calibrations through pre-flight activities.
  • Updated calibrations in-flight to refine measurements of Bennu's surface.
  • Achieved confident measurements of Bennu's surface characteristics.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate OCAMS calibration is critical for global understanding of Bennu.
  • Calibrated data enables detailed analysis of potential sampling sites.
  • Provides essential scientific context for the returned sample.