Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA)

The Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA) is a scientific instrument on NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory that captures detailed images of the Sun's atmosphere across multiple wavelengths. These images reveal the structure and behavior of solar features like sunspots, solar flares, and coronal mass ejections, helping scientists understand solar activity and its impact on space weather. The AIA’s high-resolution and rapid imaging allow real-time monitoring of the Sun’s dynamic environment, providing crucial data for research, satellite safety, and future space exploration efforts.