- Follow --
1 of 4 parts
NASA's new planet HUNTER set to search for alien life
NASA's newest planet-hunting telescope is officially at work. The Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), which is designed to hunt for alien worlds around stars not too far from the sun, began gathering science data Wednesday (July 25), members of the instrument team announced yesterday (July 27). TESS will send that initial data to Earth in August, with new observations arriving every 13.5 days after that, mission team members said in a statement.
"I'm thrilled that our planet hunter is ready to start combing the backyard of our solar system for new worlds," Paul Hertz, director of NASA's Astrophysics division, said in the statement. "With possibly more planets than stars in our universe, I look forward to the strange, fantastic worlds we're bound to discover."
TESS launched on April 18 into orbit around Earth and then underwent a period of testing to ensure the instrument was ready to use. It sent its first photograph, a test image, down to its handlers in May. That image showed 200,000 individual stars, many of which could be accompanied by at least one planet.
Next
Tooth Powder vs. Toothpaste: Which is Best!- How to Make Your Natural Perfume
- Major Mergers: BSNL and Tata Join Forces to Challenge Airtel and Jio
- How to Get Cheap Flights: A Travelers Guide
- Discovering the Best Wine Regions Around the World
- Travel Photography Tips: Capturing the World One Frame at a Time
Mixed Bag
- How to Keep Your Car Clean from the Inside
A clean car interior is not just about aesthetics; it also ensures a more comfortable driving experience...... - Astrology and the Practice of Hanging Lemon and Chili at Home Entrances
In Indian culture, the practice of hanging a lemon and chili bundle (commonly called "Nimbu-Mirchi") at the ...... - TVS Ronin: Redefining Style, Power, and Comfort
TVS Motor Company, a pioneer in the two-wheeler industry, has consistently pushed boundaries with innovative...... - Fashion Trends: Pairing Trendy Shoes with Jeans
Jeans have always been a cornerstone of casual and chic fashion. Their versatility makes them a perfect match ......
Most Popular
Picture Gallery
Dare To Share
Shameful Regret
He is planning to divorce his wife and probably marry me. However, he has transferred the three parcels of land and a car they have into my name...
Read More...- Deeply Devoted in LOVE
"I love my man so much. He is so good to me. He treats me with respect, makes me feel good about myself, and encourages me to go for my goals.....
Read More... - Smart She
"Getting ready to go out and my mascara wand breaks off. I wasn't finished yet.....
Read More...
check outclick money scam review. Recently, new review of click money is posted on clickmoneyscam.com