The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe
Astronomy enters a new era as the world’s largest digital camera begins a 10-year cosmic survey
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Watch for updates on the first scientific data releases, expected after initial calibration phases. Coverage may soon focus on discoveries—such as previously unseen celestial objects—or technical milestones, like the camera’s ability to process and analyze terabytes of data nightly.
The observatory’s findings could redefine cosmic research for decades.
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Quick answers
What is the Rubin Observatory’s camera capable of?
The camera is the largest digital camera ever built, with a 3,200-megapixel sensor designed to capture 700 images of the sky every night for ten years.
Who is funding the project?
The project is a collaboration between the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Department of Energy (DOE).
What is the goal of this survey?
The survey aims to create the most detailed map of the universe ever, tracking celestial objects in real time to advance understanding of dark matter, asteroids, and cosmic evolution.
Coverage (8)
- Rubin Observatory Hits the Record Button American Physical Society · 4h ago
- Vera C. Rubin Observatory Begins Its Long-Awaited All-Sky Survey Sky & Telescope · 4h ago
- Vera C. Rubin Observatory kicks off 10-year quest to map the cosmos Physics World · 4h ago
- The most detailed survey of the universe ever conducted starts now New Scientist · 4h ago
- Rubin Observatory begins filming the 'greatest cosmic movie ever' beginning a new era of astronomy Space · 4h ago
- Massive 3,200 Megapixel Camera Will Take 700 Photos Every Night for 10 Years PetaPixel · 4h ago
- Action! NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory Begins Capturing the Greatest Cosmic Movie Ever Made Rubin Observatory · 4h ago
- The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe AP News · 4h ago
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