How one mission is rewriting the map of our galaxy

This Spacecraft Maps 1.5 Million Stars Every Hour! I Universe | BBC Earth · 3:17 · Video: BBC Earth · Watch at the source

In short: Discover the incredible scale of modern space exploration in this look at a mission capable of mapping 1.5 million stars every single hour.

This video explores a mission that has significantly deepened our understanding of the Milky Way. By processing data at an unprecedented rate, the spacecraft provides a detailed view of our galactic neighborhood.

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