Parker Solar Probe's Sun Approach, China's Radio Telescopes, and Planetary Parade Tonight
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Parker Solar Probe's Sun Approach, China's Radio Telescopes, and Planetary Parade Tonight

E10 • Dec 27, 2024 • 13 mins

In this episode, delve into the remarkable journey of NASA's Parker Solar Probe as it makes its closest approach to the Sun, offering unprecedented insights. Discover China's latest advancements in deep space exploration with their new radio telescopes. Explore NASA's discovery of a planet where sand rain occurs, and learn about ICEYE's innovative Earth-imaging satellites. Get ready for tonight's 'Planetary Parade' and look ahead to celestial highlights coming in 2025. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and ways to stay connected for more space news.

Key Points

  • NASA's Parker Solar Probe achieved a record-breaking closest approach to the Sun, sending back a beacon tone confirming its operational status.
  • China's new radio telescopes have expanded its Very-Long-Baseline Interferometry network, enhancing deep space exploration capabilities.
  • NASA's discovery of the exoplanet HD 189733b, where it rains sand, offers new insights into the diverse atmospheric conditions of distant worlds.
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