The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has officially launched a decade-long survey of the universe using the world's largest digital camera. The project aims to map billions of stars and galaxies to better understand dark matter and dark energy.
Why it matters
This massive scientific undertaking represents a significant leap in our ability to observe the cosmos and could fundamentally change our understanding of physics.
NEW YORK : The largest digital camera ever built is starting to capture images of unseen corners of the universe.
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