Discover the brilliant gems of the vast universePelican Nebula (IC 5070).
Have you ever imagined wandering through the vastness of the universe and exploring its mysterious edges?Today, let's set sail for the distant and beautiful Pelican Nebula (IC 5070), a celestial wonder that holds the secret of the origin of life.
Located in the heart of the constellation Cygnus, the Pelican Nebula is a cosmic painting that unfolds through the lens of our telescope. Located about 1,800 light-years from Earth, it not only takes the shape of a pelican, but also attracts astronomers and photographers around the world for its magnificent colors and abundant star-bearing functions.
Photographer: Jiang Xuanhe.
Camera: Atlas Astronomy ATR3CMOS 26000KMA
Equatorial mount: Innovent HEQ5Pro
Telescope: Innovent Little Black F5
MPCC: Fame.
LRGB Filter: Yulong.
Shooting parameters: focal length 750mm;Turn on Super Mode, High Gain Mode;gain100ï¼›offset400;Temperature -5 degrees Celsius;Total**225 minutes, 300s per sheet
Shooting location: Zuodi Road, Chaobai River, Tianjin.
The IC 5070 is beautiful because of its color and shape. The blazing star FY Cygni burns in its **, emitting a large amount of ultraviolet light, which excites the surrounding gas to shine dazzlingly. Reds, greens, and blues are intertwined to create an exciting spectral picture.
Not only that, but the Pelican Nebula has immeasurable scientific research returns for scientists. It is an active star-forming region, with a large amount of gas and dust scattered inside the nebula, and it is under these conditions that new stars and planetary systems are born. By observing the growth paths of these young stars, astronomers can better understand the origins and evolution of our own Sun and Earth.
As observation technology continues to advance, we can see more active areas in the center of the nebula through more astronomical equipment. Huge columns of air and bubbles are formed by stellar winds and radiation pressure, showing us scenes of the birth of life in the universe.
Getting to the Pelican Nebula doesn't require us to actually fly over the Milky Way, just a clear night with proper observation equipment to catch a glimpse of it even in the back garden. For astronomy enthusiasts, this is undoubtedly an unforgettable visual feast.
In the cradle of the birth of this star, there may also be hidden answers to the mysteries of the universe. The Pelican Nebula is not only a natural beauty, but also a beacon for us to explore the depths of the universe. The next time you look up at the starry sky, look for the pelican soaring in the night sky, which will lead you to a whole new realm of wonder and discovery.
Under the wings of the pelican, the mysteries of the universe are waiting to be uncovered. Let us stay curious, dispel the shadows of ignorance with the light of knowledge, and continue to explore the secrets of life, planets, and stars in the vast universe. The Pelican Nebula, a cosmic wonder that never fades, beckons us to explore and comprehend.
Wander the sea of stars and explore the beauty of the universe