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October 9th, 2026

NuSTAR Observes a Rare Supernova

NuSTAR has obtained the first high-energy X-rays from a rare kind of Type 1a supernova

October 2nd, 2026

NuSTAR makes a metrology laser adjustment

A change to how the lasers are operated is hoped to increase their lifetime in space

September 25th, 2026

Observing in phase with binary orbits

NuSTAR observations at specific points in X-ray binary orbits can target the strongest pulsations.
Now Observing: A0620m00
RA: 6h 22m 44.5s
Dec: +0° 20′ 44.3″
Launched On: June 13th, 2012
Since Launch: 5,234 Days
About the Mission

NuSTAR (the Nuclear Spectroscopic Telescope Array) is a NASA Small Explorer mission launched in 2012 and the first telescope in orbit to create images by focussing light in the high-energy X-ray (3 – 79 keV) region of the electromagnetic spectrum. NuSTAR is an active mission dedicated to guest observer programs, including coordination with other X-ray missions and responding to the rapidly changing X-ray sky. Its unique capabilities enable the study of a wide range of scientific targets, from supermassive black holes to our very own Sun.  

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