2017 AG13

2017 AG13 is a small asteroid, classified as an Apollo asteroid due to its Earth-crossing orbit. It was discovered on January 7, 2017, by the Catalina Sky Survey, a project that aims to discover and track near-Earth objects.

The asteroid gained some notoriety due to its close approach to Earth shortly after its discovery. While it did not pose a threat of impact, its proximity highlighted the ongoing efforts to monitor and characterize potentially hazardous asteroids. 2017 AG13’s orbit brings it within the inner solar system, making it subject to gravitational influences from the Sun and other planets, which can alter its trajectory over time.

The size of 2017 AG13 is estimated to be between 11 and 34 meters in diameter. This size range puts it in the category of relatively small asteroids, capable of causing localized damage if it were to impact Earth. Its orbital period is approximately 367 days, slightly longer than Earth's year. Further observations and analysis are crucial for refining our understanding of its orbital parameters and physical properties.