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Solar wobble caused by Jupiter

Displacement of the Sun over 45-year period caused by Jupiter, as observed from 33 light-years away.

Browse - High Resolution (1.2 MB)

Low Res Movie, White Background (2.2 MB)
High Res Movie, White Background (5.2 MB)
Low Res Movie, Black Background (4.3 MB)
High Res Movie, Black Background (5.2 MB)

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How sensitive is SIM?

Short video visualizing SIM Lite sensitivity of SIM spacecraft. (Requires latest QuickTime Player)

Medium Resolution (11.3 MB) - High Resolution (42.6 MB)

How sensitive is SIM?

Search for Planet Vulcan

SIM Lite would be able to detect a habitable planet around the star 40 Eridani A, which has identified as the location of Mr. Spock home planet, Vulcan, in the "Star Trek" television series.

Medium Resolution (1.3 MB) - High Resolution (60.3 MB)

Search for planet Vulcan
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