2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Supercomputer Prediction vs. Reality
Predictive Science Inc. utilized supercomputers and satellite data to model the solar corona during a 2024 eclipse, improving understanding of solar disruptions. Before a total…
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, temporarily obscuring the Sun’s light. This celestial event can only take place during a new moon when the Sun and the Moon are in conjunction as seen from Earth. Solar eclipses are classified into three main types: total, partial, and annular. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon completely covers the Sun, revealing the otherwise hidden solar corona. An annular eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to completely cover the Sun, leaving a bright, visible ring known as the “ring of fire.” Partial solar eclipses happen when only part of the Sun is obscured by the Moon. Eclipses can provide important scientific opportunities for studying the Sun’s atmosphere and have historically helped in validating theories such as Einstein’s General Relativity.
Predictive Science Inc. utilized supercomputers and satellite data to model the solar corona during a 2024 eclipse, improving understanding of solar disruptions. Before a total…
NASA citizen scientists collected thousands of photographs and temperature readings that are being used to study the relationship between total solar eclipses and clouds. For…
Observations from airborne and ground-based sources offer unique data and engage the public. Teams led by Southwest Research Institute successfully executed two groundbreaking experiments —…
A surprise appearance of a new comet made the April 8th total solar eclipse all the more memorable. Any dedicated ‘umbraphile’ will tell you: no…
Comet SOHO-5008 was discovered by a citizen scientist and captured during a solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, before it disintegrated near the Sun, showcasing…
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured a striking image of the Earth during the April 8 solar eclipse from its position 223,000 miles away, showcasing the…
Astronauts and photographers captured unforgettable views of Earth and the Sun as the Moon’s shadow swept across North America. A total solar eclipse passed over…
ESA’s Proba-2 satellite observed two partial solar eclipses, enhancing our understanding of the Sun’s atmosphere. ESA’s Proba-2 captured two partial solar eclipses on April 8,…
As the shadow of the moon traced its silent, awe-inspiring path across North America on April 8, 2024, countless eyes turned skyward to witness the…
A total solar eclipse darkened parts of North America on April 8, with GOES-16 capturing the event, offering insights into atmospheric effects. A total solar…
Satellites gathered striking views of the Moon’s shadow from above as observers on the ground were awed by the Sun’s corona. On April 8, 2024,…
During the solar eclipse, the ISS crew, while 260 miles above Earth, captured the Moon’s shadow crossing from New York to Newfoundland. The International Space…
The April 8, 2024, solar eclipse will be a prime event for scientific study, especially from NASA’s WB-57 jets, which will provide enhanced views and…
Ancient Maya astronomers, known for their celestial observations and accurate calendars, documented their astronomical knowledge in codices, predicting eclipses and aligning monumental structures with celestial…
Through citizen science, individuals globally can engage with NASA’s research on the Sun and its effects, participating in activities ranging from simple observations to complex…
Brian Mernoff of MIT’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics offers best practices to get the most out of your eclipse experience. On Monday, April 8,…
NASA’s APEP mission during the 2024 total solar eclipse aims to deepen knowledge of how solar eclipses affect Earth’s ionosphere and communications systems, involving live-streamed…
What are some skywatching highlights in April 2024? Catch Mars and Saturn rising, and Jupiter hangs out with Comet 12P. Plus NASA has you covered…