In a groundbreaking development, Japanese researchers have successfully constructed the world’s first wooden satellite. This innovative cuboid craft, designed by scientists at Kyoto University in collaboration with Sumitomo Forestry, breaks the traditional norms of satellite construction with its unique material composition. Measuring just 10 centimeters on each side, this wooden satellite, named LignoSat, represents a
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The concept of black holes evaporation due to Hawking Radiation has been a topic of interest for decades. Stephen Hawking’s groundbreaking idea in the 1970s sparked curiosity among researchers. However, despite this theory, the observation of Hawking Radiation has remained elusive. Recently, a group of European scientists proposed a new approach to detect this phenomenon
Recent observations by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have provided valuable insights into the formation processes of some of the Universe’s earliest galaxies during the turbulent era known as the Cosmic Dawn. The study, led by astrophysicist Kasper Elm Heintz, has revealed the active slurping of gas reservoirs into three newly forming and growing
The latest findings from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have provided researchers with an unprecedented glimpse into the interior of an exoplanet located outside our own Solar System. What makes this discovery even more intriguing is the revelation that the exoplanet, known as WASP-107b, possesses an atmosphere surprisingly low in methane. This unexpected observation
A cosmic structure located roughly 1,000 light-years from Earth known as IRAS 23077+6707, resembling a giant butterfly, was originally observed by Ciprian T. Berghea in 2016 using the Panoramic Survey Telescope and Rapid Response System (Pan-STARRS). What surprised many astronomers was the fact that the structure remained unchanged for years, raising questions about its nature.
Europe’s Euclid space telescope has unveiled a mesmerizing array of images showcasing the vastness and diversity of our universe. From shining galaxies to star nurseries and spiral galaxies resembling our own Milky Way, these images offer a unique perspective into the mysteries of space. One of the standout images captured by Euclid is that of
When massive stars meet their demise, they typically go out with a bang, resulting in a dazzling supernova display. However, recent studies have brought to light a puzzling phenomenon where some massive stars seem to vanish without a trace, defying our expectations. These stars, once visible in the night sky, have inexplicably disappeared, leaving astronomers
In the realm of astrophysics, Albert Einstein’s theory of general relativity has reigned supreme for the past century, providing invaluable insights into the workings of the universe. However, as technology advances and scientists delve deeper into the cosmos, anomalies have begun to emerge that do not align with Einstein’s groundbreaking theory. Recent studies conducted by
Our Solar System is a bustling hub of activity, with countless celestial bodies orbiting around. From planets to moons, comets, and asteroids, there is never a dull moment in our cosmic neighborhood. In recent years, astronomers have made astonishing discoveries of small asteroids and swift comets that add to the complexity of our Solar System.
A spectacular event is set to take place in the sky on June 3 and 4, 2024. Six planets of our Solar System – Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus – will align in what is known as a planet parade. This alignment, also including Earth’s waning crescent moon, is a rare sight that
Gliese-12b, a newly discovered exoplanet located just 40 light-years away from our Solar System, has sparked immense interest in the scientific community. The similarities it shares with Earth, including a comparable radius and potentially rocky composition, make it a prime candidate for further study. Astrophysicist Shishir Dholakia of the University of Southern Queensland sees great
A recent discovery in astrophysics has shed light on the spin speed of a supermassive black hole located a billion light-years away from Earth. Through the observation of changes in light emitted as the black hole became active and consumed matter, scientists were able to determine the rate at which the black hole rotates on