Collision Course Collection

The Danger Signal, 1884 (colour litho)
PNP246900 The Danger Signal, 1884 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: advert for the United States Mutual Accident Association; accident insurance at)

Rigid airship and the Empire State Building
A rigid airship flies by the Empire State Building, ready to collide, composite image

Formation of the Moon, artwork C016 / 5352
Formation of the Moon. Artwork of a Mars-sized protoplanet (Theia) looming over a proto-Earth with which it is about to collide. This illustrates the giant impact theory of the formation of the Moon

Alien planetary system, artwork C013 / 8960
Alien planetary system. Computer artwork of a view across an alien moon about to be impacted by a large asteroid (left), with a brown dwarf gas giant planet (large, centre right) in the background

Alien planetary system, artwork C013 / 8947
Alien planetary system. Computer artwork of a view across an alien moon that is on a collision course with another moon. A gas giant planet is in the background

Alien moons, artwork
Alien moons. Computer artwork of the view across an alien moon that is on a collision course with another moon. A gas giant planet is in the background

Asteroid approaching an alien moon
A Earthlike planet, to be seen in the background, built a planet-moon-system over several billion years. An asteroid encounters this system and will collide on the red moon

Cretaceous-Tertiary extinction event. Image 1 of 8. Artwork of an asteroid approaching the Earth. The Moon is at lower centre

Alien planet and asteroid. Computer artwork of an asteroid heading towards an Earth-like alien planet. Any asteroid over 1 kilometre in diameter that impacted the planet would cause catastrophic

Asteroid near Mars, artwork
Asteroid near Mars, computer artwork. Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It is scarred by around 43, 000 impact craters that have a diameter of over 5 kilometres

Asteroid impact on Mars, artwork
Asteroid impact on Mars, computer artwork. Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It is scarred by around 43, 000 impact craters that have a diameter of over 5 kilometres

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"Collision Course: A Glimpse into the Cosmic Danger" In the vast expanse of our universe, danger lurks in unexpected places. From the mesmerizing artwork of "The Danger Signal, 1884, " we are reminded that even back then, humanity was captivated by the potential perils that awaited us beyond Earth's boundaries. Imagine a world where a rigid airship soars through the sky, only to find itself on an ominous collision course with none other than the towering Empire State Building. This striking image serves as a metaphor for how seemingly unrelated elements can converge and collide in ways we never anticipated. But it is not just man-made structures that face these cosmic threats. The near-Earth asteroid depicted in one artwork reminds us of our vulnerability to celestial bodies hurtling towards us at unimaginable speeds. As scientists study their trajectories and contemplate methods like asteroid deflection, we gain insight into our collective efforts to protect ourselves from potential cataclysms. Delving deeper into space exploration, another captivating piece portrays the formation of our Moon – a reminder that even celestial objects can be born out of violent collisions. Meanwhile, stunning artworks depicting alien planetary systems transport us to distant worlds where similar forces shape unfamiliar landscapes. As if observing these wonders from afar wasn't enough, comets passing near or even brushing against Earth serve as awe-inspiring reminders of nature's unpredictability. These ethereal visitors from outer space remind us that we share this cosmic neighborhood with countless other entities whose paths may intersect with ours at any moment. And finally, multiple depictions emphasize asteroids approaching Earth – an urgent call for vigilance and preparedness within our own backyard. With each repetition comes an escalating sense of urgency; highlighting how close encounters become increasingly frequent as time goes on. In this captivating journey through art and science alike, "Collision Course" unveils both the beauty and dangers inherent in our ever-expanding understanding of space.