Assuming the planet is at a favourable inclination, I’m wondering how far beyond the capabilities of amateur equipment imaging Jupiter’s aurora is currently. As I can find any images, my presumption is that it is not feasible at present. I guess a larger aperture scope and more sensitive camera is needed to detect UV or IR emissions. But is the gap likely to be closed by technical advances anytime soon?
Aurora on Jupiter
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woldsstargazer
, Oct 08 2024 02:59 AM
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Posted 08 October 2024 - 02:59 AM
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Posted 08 October 2024 - 03:22 AM
Hubble images them, but i think the wavelength is around 150nm or something; certainly a wavelength where our atmosphere is entirely opaque. I suspect it wont happen.
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Posted 08 October 2024 - 05:54 AM
Thanks for the reply. Looks like your right - data on the Jovian aurora are generated by Hubble and the Juno space probe.