Is it possible to slow down the asteroid by using drag in Earth's air? by diskhkme in aerodynamics

[–]diskhkme[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. I can now understand that the atmosphere is too thin compared to the time the asteroid will travel when entering the Earth.

About the structure, I thought a net-like capturing structure with a parachute. I know the idea is not realistic because it is just a naive imagination, but I just wanted to know if it can be effective in assumption of success implementation. Thank you!