The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe - AP News
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has officially launched a decade-long survey of the universe using the world's largest digital camera. Located in Chile, the telescope will map billions of stars and galaxies to help scientists better understand dark matter and cosmic evolution.
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This project represents a significant leap in astronomical data collection, potentially providing fundamental insights into the origins and composition of the universe.
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