2023-12-14 09:05:40
An international team of astronomers announced a groundbreaking discovery of a system of planets orbiting the star HD110067. The team, using data from space satellites CHEOPS and TESS, was able to determine that the planets are in a unique harmonic resonance, allowing them to solve the complex puzzle of the planetary orbits.
The collaboration between the European Space Agency, Switzerland, and NASA’s TESS satellite was instrumental in making this discovery. The system of planets orbiting the star HD110067 is unique in that the planets are in perfect harmony, creating what is known as a “chain of resonances.” These resonances extend over a chain of six planets, making it an extremely rare find.
The discovery sheds light on the precise gravitational dance of the planets as they orbit their star in perfect resonance. The team of scientists was able to determine that the planets create a chain of resonances in successive pairs resulting in orbits with periodic cycles ranging from 9 to 55 days.
The discovery is significant as it adds to the growing body of knowledge about exoplanetary systems and their unique features. The findings were recently published in the journal Nature, and the team’s work has garnered attention in the scientific community.
The astronomers’ ability to solve the puzzle of the planetary orbits highlights the importance of collaborative efforts and the use of advanced space technology in expanding our understanding of the universe. The discovery of the system of planets orbiting HD110067 opens up new possibilities for further exploration and research in the field of astronomy.
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