2060 Chiron is a centaur object located in the outer regions of the Solar System. It is classified as both a centaur and a potential asteroid, as it shares characteristics of both categories. Discovered in 1977, Chiron was the first centaur to be identified. It orbits the Sun between Saturn and Uranus and has a relatively stable orbit, which takes it approximately 50 years to complete one revolution around the Sun.
2021 LL37
2021 LL37 is an asteroid that belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids, which are near-Earth objects. Discovered on June 4, 2021, its orbit brings it close to Earth's path. As an asteroid, it is of interest to astronomers and scientists for study regarding its composition, size, and trajectory, especially in relation to potential future close approaches to Earth.
2021 DR15
2021 DR15 is an asteroid that was discovered on February 21, 2021. It is classified as a near-Earth object (NEO) and belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids, which are characterized by their Earth-crossing orbits. This particular asteroid gained some attention because of its relatively close approaches to Earth, as is typical for many objects in this category.
2020 FY30
The term "2020 FY30" typically refers to a financial year (FY) or fiscal year that spans the year 2020 and ends in 2030. It encompasses the period from the beginning of a financial year that starts in 2020 (e.g., October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2020, for some organizations) until the end of the fiscal year that concludes in 2030.
2018 VG18
2018 VG18 is an object in the outer region of our solar system that is classified as a trans-Neptunian object (TNO). Specifically, it is also categorized as a "distant object" or "extended object" of the Kuiper Belt. Discovered in 2018, 2018 VG18 is notable for being one of the most distant known solar system objects, with its orbit taking it far beyond Neptune.
2018 AG37
2018 AG37 is a near-Earth object that belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids. It was discovered on January 5, 2018. This object is classified as a small asteroid, and like many other near-Earth objects, it has an orbit that brings it close to Earth's orbit.
2017 OF69
2017 OF69 is an asteroid that was discovered in 2017. It belongs to the Apollo group of near-Earth objects and is categorized as a potentially hazardous asteroid due to its size and close approaches to Earth's orbit. The designation "2017 OF69" is based on the date of its discovery (July 19, 2017) and follows the naming convention used by astronomers for new celestial objects.
2017 FO161
2017 FO161 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) located in the Kuiper Belt, which is a region of the solar system beyond the orbit of Neptune. It was designated as a centaur, which typically refers to icy bodies that exhibit characteristics of both asteroids and comets. This object is of interest to astronomers because it is part of a class of bodies that can provide insights into the early solar system's formation and evolution.
2015 KH162
2015 KH162 is classified as a near-Earth asteroid. It was discovered in 2015 during a survey of near-Earth objects. This asteroid is particularly interesting to astronomers and researchers due to its orbit, size, and potential implications for planetary defense. Though specific details about its size and exact orbital characteristics may vary, it generally falls within the category of asteroids that come close to Earth's orbit, and it is monitored for any potential future close approaches to our planet.
2015 GT50
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2015 BP519
2015 BP519 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) located in the Kuiper Belt, which is a region of the solar system beyond the orbit of Neptune that contains many small icy bodies. Specifically, 2015 BP519 is classified as a detached object, meaning it has an orbit that is not significantly influenced by the gravitational pull of Neptune.
2014 UZ224
2014 UZ224 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) that was discovered in 2014. It is part of the Kuiper Belt, a region of the solar system beyond the orbit of Neptune that contains many small icy bodies. 2014 UZ224 is classified as a scattered disk object, which means it has an elliptical and tilted orbit that can be influenced by the gravitational pull of the giant planets, particularly Neptune.
2014 SV349
2014 SV349 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) located in the outer regions of our Solar System. It was discovered on September 22, 2014, during the Pan-STARRS survey. This object is classified as a "distant" Kuiper Belt Object (KBO), which means it orbits the Sun at a significant distance beyond the orbit of Neptune.
2014 ST373
2014 ST373 is an asteroid that belongs to the Asteroid Belt, which is between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on September 27, 2014, by the Pan-STARRS 1 survey, based in Hawaii. This particular asteroid is classified as a member of the "Stype" or "Sub-Kentaur" group, and it has an orbital period of approximately 3.26 years.
2014 FE72
2014 FE72 is an asteroid that is classified as a near-Earth object (NEO). It was discovered in March 2014 and is part of the Apollo group of asteroids, which have orbits that cross the Earth's orbit. The designation "2014 FE72" indicates the year of its discovery (2014) and the order in which it was discovered in that year (72nd object).
2014 FC72
2014 FC72 is a specific fluid used in various applications, primarily known for its properties as a coolant and dielectric fluid. It is a perfluorinated compound, which means it consists of carbon and fluorine atoms. FC72 is often utilized in electronics cooling, particularly in applications where traditional cooling methods (like water cooling) may not be suitable. FC72 offers several advantages, such as excellent thermal conductivity, high chemical stability, and low toxicity.
2014 FC69
2014 FC69 is classified as a small near-Earth object (NEO) and more specifically, it is an Apollo-type asteroid. It was discovered in March 2014 and orbits the Sun. Asteroids like 2014 FC69 are of interest to astronomers because they have orbits that bring them close to Earth and can offer insights into the history of our solar system.
2013 FS28
2013 FS28 is a near-Earth object (NEO) categorized as an asteroid. It was discovered on March 30, 2013, and belongs to the Apollo group of asteroids, which are characterized by their orbits that cross that of Earth's. It has gained attention due to its close approaches to Earth. Asteroids like 2013 FS28 are monitored closely by astronomers to assess any potential impacts with Earth in the future.
2013 FQ28
2013 FQ28 is an asteroid that belongs to the Apollo group of near-Earth asteroids. It was discovered on March 19, 2013, and it has a diameter of approximately 45 to 100 meters. Like many near-Earth objects (NEOs), its orbit brings it close to Earth, and its characteristics are of interest to astronomers who study potential impact threats as well as resources for future space exploration.
2012 VP113
2012 VP113 is a trans-Neptunian object (TNO) that was discovered in November 2012. It is classified as a candidate for a part of the scattered disk, a distant region of the Solar System populated by icy bodies. 2012 VP113 is of particular interest because its orbit suggests that it might be influenced by the gravitational pull of a massive, yet unseen object in the outer Solar System, often referred to as "Planet Nine.