Cassini

In the Shadow of Saturn’s RingsIn the Shadow of Saturn’s Rings

In the Shadow of Saturn’s Rings

I can remember it very well, although not actually sure when it was, back around 1995/1996 I think. I was,…

1 year ago
JWST Spies a Gigantic Water Plume at EnceladusJWST Spies a Gigantic Water Plume at Enceladus

JWST Spies a Gigantic Water Plume at Enceladus

The James Webb Space Telescope has observed a huge water vapor plume emanating from Saturn’s moon Enceladus. Astronomers say the…

2 years ago
Saturn’s Rings Warm Up its AtmosphereSaturn’s Rings Warm Up its Atmosphere

Saturn’s Rings Warm Up its Atmosphere

Saturn’s rings are one of the most well-known features throughout astronomy. While much is known about them, they still make…

2 years ago
The Favorite Solar System Moons of Planetary Geologists; An In-Depth DiscussionThe Favorite Solar System Moons of Planetary Geologists; An In-Depth Discussion

The Favorite Solar System Moons of Planetary Geologists; An In-Depth Discussion

The moons of our Solar System have garnered quite a lot of attention in the last few years, especially pertaining…

2 years ago
Will Enceladus finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’Will Enceladus finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’

Will Enceladus finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’

We recently examined how and why the planet Mars could answer the longstanding question: Are we alone? There is evidence…

2 years ago
Will Titan finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’Will Titan finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’

Will Titan finally answer, ‘Are we alone?’

We recently examined how and why Jupiter’s moon, Europa, could answer the longstanding question: Are we alone? While this small…

2 years ago
We Now Understand Why Enceladus has ‘Tiger Stripe’ Cracks at its Southern PoleWe Now Understand Why Enceladus has ‘Tiger Stripe’ Cracks at its Southern Pole

We Now Understand Why Enceladus has ‘Tiger Stripe’ Cracks at its Southern Pole

One of the biggest surprises of the 13-year Cassini mission came in Enceladus, a tiny moon with active geysers at…

3 years ago
A map of River Beds on Titan for Dragonfly to ExploreA map of River Beds on Titan for Dragonfly to Explore

A map of River Beds on Titan for Dragonfly to Explore

Explorers either have the benefit of having maps or the burden of creating them.  Similarly, space explorers have been building…

3 years ago
Watch: 14 Hours of Enceladus Geyser ActionWatch: 14 Hours of Enceladus Geyser Action

Watch: 14 Hours of Enceladus Geyser Action

What a parting gift the Cassini mission gave us. Below is a movie sequence of images, garnered from the final…

4 years ago
Cassini Saw Methane in Enceladus’ Plumes. Scientists Don’t Know How it Could be There Without LifeCassini Saw Methane in Enceladus’ Plumes. Scientists Don’t Know How it Could be There Without Life

Cassini Saw Methane in Enceladus’ Plumes. Scientists Don’t Know How it Could be There Without Life

Even though the Cassini mission at Saturn ended nearly four years ago, data from the spacecraft still keeps scientists busy.…

4 years ago