Closest-ever images of the Sun captured by Nasa probe
Nasa probe sends back closest-ever photos of the Sun
- Nasa has released the closest-ever images of the Sun, captured just 3.8 million miles from its surface by the Parker Solar Probe.
- The probe, launched in 2018, gradually moved closer to the Sun by using Venus's gravity to achieve a tighter orbit.
- The newly released footage shows historic close-up images taken during the spacecraft's nearest approach to the Sun on 24 December 2024.
- This new data is expected to vastly improve space weather predictions, ensuring the safety of astronauts and the protection of technology on Earth and across the solar system.
- Watch the video in full above.