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Alien lanscape, artwork
Alien landscape. Computer artwork of a view across the surface of an alien planet towards a pulsar (upper right) in the sky. Pulsars are highly magnetized, rotating neutron stars that emit a beam of electromagnetic radiation. The radiation can only be observed when the beam of emission is pointing towards the viewer. This is called the lighthouse effect and gives rise to the pulsed nature that gives pulsars their name
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© Detlev van Ravenswaay
Aggressive Alien Planet Astrophysical Astrophysics Atomic Clock Barren Electromagnetic Radiation Exoplanet Extra Solar Neutron Star Period Planetary Science Pulsar Radiation Star Surface
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This print titled "Alien Landscape" takes us on a mesmerizing journey to an unknown world beyond our imagination. Created through computer artwork, it unveils a barren and desolate surface of an alien planet, where the laws of physics seem to defy our understanding. In this extraterrestrial vista, our gaze is drawn towards the upper right corner, where a pulsar shines brightly in the sky. Pulsars are enigmatic celestial objects - highly magnetized rotating neutron stars that emit beams of electromagnetic radiation. However, these cosmic lighthouses can only be observed when their emission beam aligns with the viewer's line of sight. The artist skillfully captures this phenomenon known as the "lighthouse effect" which gives pulsars their name and distinctive pulsed nature. As we stand on this foreign terrain, we witness the rhythmic pulses emanating from the distant pulsar, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle against the backdrop of an alien sky. Detlev van Ravenswaay's artistic rendition seamlessly blends elements of astrophysics and planetary science into a visually striking masterpiece. The intricate details and vibrant colors transport us to a realm far beyond our reach – reminding us of both the vastness and beauty that exist within our universe. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder that there is still so much left unexplored in space – mysteries waiting to be unraveled by scientific inquiry and human curiosity alike.
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