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Whitepaper #483 submitted to the Planetary Science and Astrobiology Decadal Survey 2023-2032. Topics: state of the profession; technology development
We summarize current and emerging smallsat capabilities and their synergy with the science goals sought at small bodies (including planetary defense and human exploration). We recommend investments to further extend the reach of smallsats in order to increase their science return and make the case for using smallsats as technology infusion vectors.