The NASA Chandra X-ray Observatory, launched in 1999, is a space telescope of unparalleled significance. It stands as a beacon of human innovation, pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe. Chandra's exceptional sensitivity to X-rays, 100 times fainter than its predecessors, and its precise high-angular resolution have allowed it to uncover cosmic phenomena that were once hidden from view.
Positioned as an Earth satellite in a 64-hour orbit, Chandra circumvents the X-ray absorption limitations imposed by Earth's atmosphere. This capacity for deep-space X-ray observations has led to groundbreaking discoveries, from the study of supermassive black holes and galaxy clusters to the observation of neutron stars and supernova remnants.
As one of NASA's Great Observatories, Chandra has revolutionized astrophysics with its mission ongoing it underscores its enduring relevance and its pivotal role in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos.
