This image (taken during a close flyby on May 31, 2015) marks Cassini’s final close…
Browsing: Hyperion
Hyperion is one of Saturn’s moons, discovered in 1848 by astronomers William Cranch Bond, George Phillips Bond, and William Lassell. It is known for its irregular shape and chaotic rotation, making it one of the most unusual moons in the solar system. Hyperion’s surface is heavily cratered, giving it a sponge-like appearance. Its erratic rotation means that it does not have a stable orientation, which is rare among moons in our solar system.