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NASA's Parker Solar Probe to Make Record-Breaking Flyby of the Sun

The probe, moving at 435,000 mph, will gather critical data, improving our understanding of space weather and our ability to live and work in space.

Overview

  • NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make a record-breaking flyby of the Sun on December 24, 2024, getting within just 3.8 million miles of its fiery 'surface'.
  • The probe will be moving at a blistering 435,000 mph, making it the fastest human-made object.
  • The mission aims to gather valuable data about the Sun, including solar weather, solar patterns, and star evolution.
  • Despite the intense heat and radiation, the probe is expected to survive temperatures up to 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • The data collected will significantly improve our knowledge of space weather and our ability to live and work in space.