Rosetta orbit around black hole, artwork C016 / 9837
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Rosetta orbit around black hole, artwork C016 / 9837
Rosetta orbit around black hole. Computer artwork showing an object (red) orbiting a black hole (yellow) in a rosetta pattern (pink lines). This type of orbit is thought to occur when an object approaches a black hole at a speed that is not fast enough to allow it to escape the black holes gravitational pull, but is fast enough for it not to be pulled in. The closer it is to the black hole, the faster the object moves
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Astrophysical Astrophysics Black Hole Event Horizon Orbit Orbital Orbiting Oscillating Pattern Rosette Singularity Roulette
EDITORS COMMENTS
This artwork, titled "Rosetta orbit around black hole" takes us on a mesmerizing journey through the depths of space. Against a pristine white background, we are presented with an intricate computer-generated illustration that showcases the enigmatic dance between an object and a black hole. The vibrant red object gracefully orbits the yellow-black hole at its center, tracing out a delicate rosetta pattern with pink lines. This peculiar orbit is born from a delicate balance between gravitational forces and velocity. As our understanding of astrophysics tells us, when an object approaches a black hole at just the right speed – not too slow to be captured nor too fast to escape – it enters this fascinating rosetta orbit. The closer this mysterious entity ventures towards the event horizon of the black hole, the faster it moves in its oscillating path. The complex nature of this orbital phenomenon is beautifully represented by intertwining patterns reminiscent of roulette wheels or hypotrochoids. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into one of nature's most awe-inspiring spectacles: how celestial bodies interact within the vastness of space. Russell Kightley's masterful creation invites us to ponder upon concepts like singularity and inverse proportionality while marveling at the beauty inherent in astrophysical phenomena. Intriguing and thought-provoking, this print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an educational tool for those captivated by astronomy's mysteries.
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