Kuiper Belt Object Collection

Dwarf planet Eris (UB313), artwork
Dwarf planet Eris. Computer artwork of dwarf planet Eris, formerly known as 2003 UB313. The Sun is at lower right. Images taken by the Hubble Space Telescope have shown that Eris is slightly larger

Earth and Moon with dwarf planets. Scaled computer artwork of (from left) Earth, the Moon, Pluto and Ceres. The latter are two of the solar systems dwarf planets

Sedna, Kuiper Belt Object
Sedna. Computer artwork of Sedna, one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt of the outer solar system. It is a candidate for a tenth planet because it has a relatively stable orbit

Eris dwarf planet. Artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, formerly called 2003 UB313, and its moon Dysnomia. Eris was previosuly nicknamed Xena by its discoverers, and its moon was nicknamed Gabrielle

Dwarf planets and their orbits, artwork
Dwarf planets and their orbits. Computer artwork showing six dwarf planets (across bottom) and their orbits around the Sun (centre)

Eris and Dysnomia. Artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, seen from its moon Dysnomia (lower right). Eris was formerly called 2003 UB313, and was nicknamed Xena by its discoverers

Kuiper Belt Object geysers, artwork
Kuiper Belt Object geysers. Artwork of erupting geysers on the surface of a Kuiper Belt Object. Overhead is a moon, with the Sun (yellow dot) in the far distance

Eris, artwork
Eris. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, formerly known as 2003 UB313 or Xena. Eris is the largest known dwarf planet

Eris. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Eris, formerly known as 2003 UB313 or Xena. Eris is the largest dwarf planet. A dwarf planet is defined as an object large enough to be spherical due to its

Pluto. Computer artwork of the dwarf planet Pluto. Pluto, which used to be a planet, was demoted to the status of dwarf planet in August 2006

Pluto, Charon and new moons, 2006
New moons of Pluto. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) images of Pluto (centre) and its large moon Charon (below and right of Pluto), and two newly discovered moons

Sedna. Computer artwork of the surface of Sedna, one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt of the outer solar system. It is a candidate for a tenth planet because it has a relatively stable

Chiron, computer artwork
Chiron. Computer artwork of the asteroid 2060 Chiron (centre), Saturn (upper left) and the Sun (centre left). Chiron, which is about 300 kilometres in diameter, was discovered in 1977

Sedna, Pluto and the Moon, computer artwork. Sedna (top) is one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt of the outer solar system

Pluto and its moons, artwork
Pluto is one of the lonely outriders of our Solar System. It is a dwarf planet, having a mass of about one-quarter of our Moon and a diameter of 2300 km

Pluto and Charon, artwork. Charon (left) is Plutos largest moon and is just over half the size of Pluto. Pluto, which used to be a planet, was demoted to the status of dwarf planet in August 2006

Plutos atmosphere, artwork. Pluto has a highly eccentric (non-circular) orbit. During periods when it is closest to the Sun the nitrogen and methane ices on its surface sublimate

Pluto, artwork
Pluto. Artwork of the dwarf planet Pluto. Pluto, which used to be a planet, was demoted to the status of dwarf planet in August 2006

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The Kuiper Belt Object, also known as KBO, is a fascinating region of our solar system that holds numerous celestial bodies. One such object is the dwarf planet Eris (UB313), which has captivated scientists with its enigmatic nature. In this stunning artwork, we see Eris depicted against the backdrop of space, showcasing its unique features. Another intriguing member of the Kuiper Belt Object family is Sedna. This distant object's orbit takes it far beyond Pluto and into uncharted territory. The artwork showcases Sedna's mysterious presence in the vastness of space. In this captivating image, we witness Earth and Moon accompanied by various dwarf planets within the Kuiper Belt Object realm. These small celestial bodies add to the complexity and diversity of our solar system. Artistic renderings beautifully illustrate how these dwarf planets move along their orbits within the Kuiper Belt Object region. Their paths intertwine in an intricate dance around our Sun, revealing their distinct characteristics and orbital patterns. Eris takes center stage once again in this depiction alongside its moon Dysnomia. As one of the largest known objects in the Kuiper Belt Object zone, Eris continues to intrigue astronomers who study its composition and behavior. This awe-inspiring artwork showcases Eris as a magnificent dwarf planet within our cosmic neighborhood. Its discovery challenged traditional definitions of what constitutes a planet but expanded our understanding of celestial objects' vast diversity. Imaginative illustrations portray geysers erupting from a hypothetical Kuiper Belt Object surface, hinting at potential geological activity occurring on these icy worlds. Such phenomena could provide valuable insights into planetary processes beyond Earth. With its striking colors and ethereal glow, Eris shines brightly in this artistic representation—a testament to its significance among other members of the Kuiper Belt Object community. Pluto cannot be forgotten when discussing KBOs; it was once considered our ninth planet before being reclassified as a dwarf planet due to its location within the Kuiper Belt Object region.