186459193

186459193 is a notable astronomical object identified in the Minor Planet Center's database. It was discovered on October 10, 2003, by the Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research (LINEAR) project, a collaborative effort between the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory, the U.S. Air Force, and NASA. The object is classified as a near-Earth asteroid, specifically a potentially hazardous asteroid due to its size and proximity to Earth's orbit.

The asteroid has an estimated diameter of approximately 1.5 kilometers, which is large enough to cause significant regional damage if it were to impact Earth. Its orbit intersects with Earth's, making it a potential threat. However, as of current observations, there is no imminent risk of collision.

186459193 is part of the Apollo group of asteroids, which are Earth-crossing asteroids with semi-major axes greater than Earth's. The asteroid's orbital period is about 1.1 Earth years, and its orbit has an eccentricity of 0.35, indicating a relatively elongated path around the Sun.

The study of 186459193 and other near-Earth asteroids is crucial for understanding the dynamics of the solar system and for developing strategies to mitigate potential impact threats. Ongoing observations and research continue to refine our knowledge of its orbit and characteristics, contributing to the broader field of planetary defense.