Solar Orbiter

Solar Orbiter is a space probe launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) to study the Sun up close. It travels closer to the Sun than Mercury, orbiting the star to observe its surface and outer atmosphere in detail. The spacecraft captures high-resolution images and measures solar particles and magnetic fields, helping scientists understand solar activity, such as solar flares and coronal mass ejections. This information is crucial for predicting space weather that can affect Earth’s technology and climate. By providing new insights into the Sun’s behavior, Solar Orbiter enhances our knowledge of stellar physics and the solar system.