RXTE (Rossi X-ray Timing Explorer)

The Rossi X-ray Timing Explorer (RXTE) was a NASA satellite launched in 1995, designed to study X-rays emitted by some of the universe's most energetic objects, like black holes and neutron stars. It was unique for its ability to measure the timing of X-ray bursts with great precision, helping scientists understand how matter behaves in extreme gravitational fields. RXTE provided crucial insights into the nature of these celestial phenomena before it was decommissioned in 2012. Its findings have significantly advanced our understanding of astrophysics and contributed to the field of high-energy astronomy.