London, December 30, 2024, (Oilandgaspress) ––– On December 25, 2024, the Parker Solar Probe made its closest approach to the Sun in its history, coming within approximately 7.9 million kilometers (4.9 million miles) of the Sun’s surface, just under seven times the Sun-Earth distance.
This historic flyby is part of the probe’s ongoing mission to study the Sun more closely than any previous spacecraft. The Parker Solar Probe was launched in August 2018 and has been gradually getting closer to the Sun with each orbit. Its ultimate goal is to gather crucial data about the Sun’s outer atmosphere, known as the corona, and to better understand solar wind, solar flares, and other phenomena that can influence space weather and even affect Earth.
During this close pass, the Parker Solar Probe’s solar shields and scientific instruments withstand intense heat and radiation, collecting data on the Sun’s magnetic fields, solar wind, and other vital solar characteristics. This data is expected to lead to significant advancements in our understanding of the Sun’s behavior and its impact on the entire solar system.
With each close approach, the Parker Solar Probe continues to break records, providing scientists with unparalleled insights into the inner workings of our star.
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