Sometimes the stars in a binary system line up just right so that we see them block each other’s light as they orbit. In fact, a few years ago, astronomers found a six-star system where all the stars undergo eclipses! #MondayMotivation #Eclipse
The discovery of a six-star system where all stars experience eclipses is particularly fascinating. Such systems are rare and complex, offering a unique laboratory for astronomers to study the gravitational interactions and orbital dynamics in multi-star environments. Observing these eclipses can provide deep insights into the mass, size, and orbital periods of the stars, enhancing our understanding of stellar evolution and the mechanics of celestial bodies in close proximity.
@NASAUniverse So you’ve found the system for Asimov’s Lagash?
@NASAUniverse That's a stable orbit....it's amazing that six of them can reach an orbit that's stable enough.
@NASAUniverse Holy Cow talk about a 3 Body Problem