Solar Optical Telescope

The Solar Optical Telescope (SOT) is a specialized instrument on a spacecraft that observes the Sun in high detail. It uses advanced optics and cameras to study solar features like sunspots, solar flares, and magnetic fields. By capturing sharp images of the Sun’s surface, the SOT helps scientists understand solar activity and how it affects space weather and Earth. Its precise observations contribute to our knowledge of solar physics, aiding in predicting solar phenomena and protecting technology and astronauts from solar radiation.