All articles tagged with #mystery object
A large, hairy-looking cylindrical object was found on a farm in Argentina after falling from the sky, sparking investigations into its origin, with possibilities including space debris or space junk, but its exact nature remains unknown.
A mysterious bright object, likely a fireball or meteorite, was seen lighting up the night skies across western Japan, including Kagoshima, Kinki, and Shikoku regions, with no reports of injuries.
The Sabu Disk is a 5,000-year-old Egyptian stone vessel discovered in Sabu's tomb in Saqqara, notable for its unique tri-lobed design resembling a modern hubcap, with theories about its purpose ranging from a food or oil container to more speculative ideas like a water turbine or alien technology, though it most likely served as an offering for the afterlife.
A mysterious object in our galaxy, ASKAP J1832-0911, pulses every 44 minutes emitting both radio waves and X-rays, challenging existing classifications of stars like pulsars, white dwarfs, or magnetars, and prompting new theories about stellar magnetic fields and behaviors.
Astronomers have discovered a mysterious deep-space object, ASKAP J1832-0911, emitting unusual radio and X-ray signals every 44 minutes, which could indicate new physics or stellar evolution models, but its exact nature remains unknown.
Astronomers discovered a mysterious object, ASKAP J1832-0911, 15,000 light-years away that emits both radio waves and X-rays in a pattern unlike any known object, challenging existing theories and suggesting the possibility of new physics or stellar evolution models.
China's reusable test spacecraft has released a seventh unidentified object nearly six months after its launch, following six other objects that emitted repeating signals. The purpose of these objects remains unclear, with speculation ranging from subsatellite deployment to hardware ejection. The Chinese government states the spaceplane is testing reusable technology and conducting space science experiments.
Scientists from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and elsewhere are embroiled in a dispute over the origin of a mystery object, with Harvard astrophysicist Dr. Avi Loeb claiming that metal spheres found off the coast of Papua New Guinea are of interstellar origin, while critics argue that the evidence does not support this conclusion. A new analysis of earthquake-sensor data suggests that the sensor may have picked up the rumblings of a truck rather than an interstellar meteor, leading to a heated exchange between the two camps. The debate centers on the interpretation of seismic and infrasound data to determine the crash site of the object, known as IM1, with both sides presenting conflicting analyses and accusations of unprofessionalism.
Last year, a mystery object crashed into the Moon, leaving behind a double crater. Scientists initially believed it was a defunct Chinese rocket, but new evidence confirms its identity. However, the findings also reveal that the rocket likely carried an unknown payload. The object was first detected by researchers at the University of Arizona and was later identified as a Chinese rocket booster. The team observed variations in the light reflected off the rocket, indicating its identity. The rocket's unusual movement suggested the presence of another object on board. The double crater left by the impact is unique and requires two roughly equal masses. The identity of the object presumed to have created the second crater remains unknown, and it may never be disclosed unless China chooses to reveal it.
A mysterious object, known as WE0913A, that crashed into the far side of the moon in March 2022 was most likely a Chinese booster rocket from the Chang'e 5-T1 mission, according to new research. Scientists mapped the object's trajectory and found evidence of an undisclosed additional payload. The object's stable rotation and the presence of twin craters suggest the rocket had a counterweight and an unknown object attached to it. The researchers admit that the nature of the undisclosed payload may never be known.
Researchers exploring the deep ocean off the coast of Alaska discovered a mysterious golden orb on the seabed during the Seascape Alaska 5 expedition. The shiny blob, found at a depth of 3.1 kilometers, had a hole in it, leading researchers to speculate that "something tried to get in... or to get out." The object is believed to be either a dead sponge attachment, some kind of coral, or an egg case, but further investigation is needed to determine its true identity. The expedition aims to explore deep-sea habitats and improve knowledge of marine environments.
A large, mysterious object the size of a small car washed up on a beach in Western Australia, sparking international speculation about its origin. Experts now believe it is a piece of an engine from an Indian rocket and could be up to 20 years old. The incident highlights the growing concern over space debris and the potential for a Kessler Syndrome scenario, where the accumulation of objects in orbit could lead to collisions and hinder future satellite launches. While most space debris burns up upon reentry, the issue of unregulated space junk remains a challenge.
Australian authorities are investigating a mysterious dome-shaped object that washed up on Green Head beach in Western Australia. The object, believed to be hazardous, is not thought to be from a commercial aircraft. Speculation about its origin includes the possibility of it being a fuel tank from a rocket or debris from a foreign space launch vehicle. However, experts have ruled out any connection to the missing MH370 plane. Authorities are collaborating with state and federal agencies to determine the nature and origin of the object.