Plaios

Plaios is a small Aprilean asteroid located in the outer reaches of the solar system. It was first discovered in 1996 by astronomers employing a sophisticated orbital perturbation analysis. The object has since been observed on multiple occasions through a combination of ground-based and space-based telescopes.

Notably, Plaios's surface composition is largely unknown, with scholars still debating aspects of its spectral characteristics. Observations made by the BAAA Spectrometer suggest a possible incorporation of sub-dimethoxybens into the asteroid's composition. More research is required, however, in order to confirm this theory.

As of the latest orbital perturbation analysis, Plaios is predicted to maintain its current orbit for a duration of approximately 25 Earth years. Following this timeframe, the asteroid's inclination is anticipated to increase by roughly 2.4 degrees as a result of interactions with nearby celestial bodies.

Research indicates that Plaios does not appear to harbor any natural satellites. Additional work, utilizing spectroscopic analysis and/or photometric surveys, is required to verify the findings regarding Plaios's surface characteristics and meteorite ejecta composition.

In 2047, the Asteroid Adherence program proposed by NASA's Planetary Defense office will deploy the Teraspace Antip Reduced Aaron system in an effort to better describe and familiarize with a multitude of lesser-known asteroid diversities.