The Trappist-1 system of 7 planets orbits a dim M type red dwarf star about 40 light years away in the constellation of Aquarius.
Apr 8th: Peaceful Star & Martian Debris
Tag: Mars
Apr 7th: Observing With Webb in April 2018
April brings us plenty of Jupiter time, a close encounter between Mars and Saturn, and a potentially decent Lyrid meteor shower. And MAYBE some better weather.
Apr 4th: Awesome Astronomy’s April Sky Guide
What to look out, and up, for in April.
Mar 4th: 2 Headed Space Worm & Trappist-1 Planets
Space colonies and looking for another earth
Feb 28th: SpaceX and the Future of Spaceflight
This Awesome Astronomy episode is inspired by SpaceX launch and the advances in commercial spaceflight
Feb 7th: Awesome Astronomy’s January Sky Guide
Ralph, Paul & Jen pick their highlights for this month’s skies; starting with the solar system objects on offer to observers and imagers.
Feb 3rd: Observing With Webb in February 2018
February is a rather uneventful month for beginner’s stargazing, but take advantage of the month-long line up of Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter in the mornings in the East, with the Moon stopping by from the 7th to the 12th. Should make for some good pictures.
Jan 27th: How Can We Live on Mars
Why live on Earth when you can live on Mars?
Jan 19th: Dr. Bram Venemans and Distant Quasars
Distant Quasars and more update this week. Also more ice has been found on Mars!
Jan 6th: Observing With Webb in January 2018
Mornings are for the planets this month, with Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn all making appearances, including conjunctions of two different pairs of these planets. The Moon will pass by each of these planets, be full twice, and be eclipsed by Earth’s shadow, but only visibly in certain spots.