Hubble Space Telescope’s Observation

The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) has been essential to expanding our knowledge of the cosmos since its debut in 1990.

Operational Milestones Around Late October

Around October 26, NASA’s engineering team successfully returned Hubble to full scientific capacity following a gyroscope breakdown in early October.

Exploring Distant Galaxies and Stellar Nurserie

Focusing on far-off galaxies and star-forming areas is one of Hubble’s primary contributions during October observations.

Small and Large Magellanic Cloud

The study of star creation and development is greatly aided by Hubble’s high-resolution photos of the Small and Large Magellanic Clouds.

Star-Forming Region Infrared Observation

Hubble has also used its infrared ability to view areas that are otherwise hidden by dust. With its well-known “Pillars of Creation,” the Eagle Nebula is one area where Hubble’s infrared photography can see through thick clouds to identify stars at different phases of development.

Planetary Science

Studying planets in our solar system and taking in-depth pictures of their atmospheres and surface conditions are common uses for Hubble’s October observations.

Mars observation

Hubble focuses its powerful lenses on Mars during favorable opposition to record weather patterns and surface details.

Jupiter’s Great Red Spot

Scientists can monitor variations in the size, color, and intensity of this enormous storm thanks to Hubble’s observation of Jupiter, which includes the planet’s famous Great Red Spot.

Dark Energy and Dark Matter

Hubble has also made contributions to the research of dark energy and dark matter through gravitational lensing.