Sun

The Sun, at 149.6 million km, is the heart of our solar system, a massive fusion-powered star critical for understanding stellar physics and space weather.

Details

• Distance: 149600000 km
• Travel Time: ~180 days
• Scientific Interest: Solar physics, heliosphere studies
• Surface Conditions: Extreme heat (5,500°C surface, millions in corona), intense gravity
• Challenges: Radiation shielding, heat resistance, orbital insertion
• Past Missions: Parker Solar Probe, SOHO