Introducing the Bella C. Rubin Observatory! On Monday (June 23rd), we will unveil the first images captured by the largest digital camera ever constructed. These initial images and videos are ultra-high resolution and will showcase the observatory’s anticipated advanced features for the very first time.
Here’s what you should know.
How to Tune In
If you’d like to watch from home, the press conference will be streamed live on YouTube in both English and Spanish at 11:00 AM EDT on Monday. You can find the link to watch on the Observatory website, which is also embedded here.
If you’d like to enjoy the universe’s wonders with friends, consider attending a watch party in your area. Groups will gather worldwide at planetariums and universities to admire the exceptional images and videos released. Links are available on the observatory’s site, featuring maps of registered watch parties and sign-up details for potential hosts.
During the press conference, the observation team will introduce the new images and the Rubin Observatory, discussing their significance. Local scientists and special guests may also speak at the watch parties. Be sure to check the watch party specifics and learn about additional programming before you join.
Rubin Observatory
Nestled in the Andes mountains of Chile, the observatory will gaze into an interstellar comet, a hazardous asteroid, monumental galaxy formations, and a remarkable explosive supernova.
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Inside the Rubin is the world’s largest digital camera, along with six of the largest optical filters ever made. These apparatuses enable researchers to explore various aspects of the universe across a multitude of wavelengths of light with incredible precision.
The camera captures a new high-resolution image of the sky every 40 seconds. These images are sent via fiber optic cables to a supercomputer in California for analysis. When stitched together, these images form a time-lapse video of the universe, a project ten years in the making.
Utilizing these innovative instruments, the observatory is poised to enhance our understanding of two widely discussed phenomena: Dark Energy and Dark Matter. These elements are believed to constitute the bulk of the universe, yet remain poorly understood.
New images may reveal insights that can significantly alter your understanding of the universe. Whether you’re attending a watch party or enjoying the comfort of your home, these images are a sight to behold.
Source: www.livescience.com