In a recent study, a computer ran a “machine learning” software program called the Deflector Selector. It was fed millions of simulations of asteroids careening towards Earth. Each one resulted in either the asteroid hitting or missing the Earth.
Like a team of real-life Indiana Joneses, scientists have explored our galaxy and found a treasure trove of hidden gems.
Which one is better for taking picture? Astronaut or Satellite?
To see the Universe in all its glory, astronomers combine multiple photos taken by different telescopes to make one colorful picture.
M42 or Orion nebula, the factory of stars
On June 30th, 1908 a fireball was seen streaking across in a remote area of Siberia in Russia. And we celebrate it as asteroid day!
Thanks to CLASP, scientists have been able to explore the magnetic field in chromosphere
ALMA starts observing the sun. more at #365DaysofAstro @unawe #spacescoop
Earth is surrounded by a huge cocoon that protects us from the dangerous cosmic radiation and particles that bombard our planet. This cocoon is Earth’s magnetic field.
Nowadays, outer part of our Galaxy spins faster. But back in the early Universe it would have rotated much more slowly.