ESA's Proba-3 Mission Captures First Artificial Solar Eclipse Images

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ESA's Proba-3 Mission Captures First Artificial Solar Eclipse Images
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ESA's Proba-3 mission has captured the first images of an artificial solar eclipse using two satellites in precise formation, allowing detailed observation of the sun's corona and phenomena like prominences, which are crucial for understanding space weather and solar physics. This technology enables continuous observation of the corona without waiting for natural eclipses, marking a significant advancement in solar research.

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