Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about how our solar system could potentially capture a new planet. According to a research note in Celestial Mechanics and Dynamical Astronomy, our solar system can capture an interstellar object (ISO) or a rogue planet, which could lead to a significant change in our cosmic neighbourhood. The study is titled ‘Permanent…
In a study published in Communications Earth & Environment, scientists uncovered evidence of an immense solar storm that struck Earth around 664–663 BCE. According to reports, researchers from the University of Arizona, including dendrochronologist Dr Irina Panyushkina and radiocarbon expert Dr Timothy Jull, said this “Miyake Event” left traces in ancient tree rings. These findings…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will deploy the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission on December 4, 2024, using its Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) from Sriharikota, as per multiple sources. The mission, designed to examine the Sun’s corona, marks a significant collaboration between India and Europe. Proba-3 will attempt precision formation flying, where…
A breakthrough in solar research has been achieved using NASA’s supercomputing technology, revealing new insights into the intricate inner workings of the Sun. The simulations, developed by NASA’s Ames Research Center, showcase turbulent motions within the Sun’s upper layers, using data collected from various Sun-observing spacecraft. These findings aim to enhance understanding of solar activity and…
