The Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Camera

SOURCE www.thesun.co.uk
The largest digital camera ever built, the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Camera, is ready to create a stunning map of the night sky. It weighs 6,600 pounds, has a 3,200-megapixel shooter, and will help reveal mysteries of dark matter and dark energy over the next decade.

Key Points

  • LSST Camera weighs 6,600 pounds and has a 3,200-megapixel shooter
  • It will be used to map the locations and measure the brightness of objects in the night sky
  • Expected to detect previously unknown objects in our Solar System

Pros

  • Will help reveal mysteries of dark matter and dark energy
  • Capable of capturing incredibly detailed images of the night sky
  • Expected to create a much more detailed map of the Milky Way galaxy

Cons

  • Still needs to be packed, shipped, and installed in Chile
  • Complex technology that requires careful handling and maintenance