NASA's spacecraft, DART, intentionally collided with the asteroid Dimorphos in 2022, altering its orbit around the larger asteroid Didymos. The collision changed Dimorphos' shape, turning it into a flat-topped oval. The asteroid's unexpected response has raised concerns about the potential consequences of deflecting similar space rocks. The study suggests that crashing into a disjointed asteroid too forcefully could lead to fragmentation and create multiple Earthbound asteroids. The findings have significant implications for planetary defense strategies. The unexpected behavior of Dimorphos highlights the need for further exploration and understanding of asteroid properties.