NGC 2292 and NGC 2293: A Galactic Merger Enshrouded in Dust

Image Title: NGC 2292 and NGC 2293: A Galactic Merger Enshrouded in Dust

Copyright: Rafael Sampaio

Date image was taken: February 07, 2025

Location: Obstech, El Sauce, Chile

Data Acquisition Method: Remote Observatory (Commercial)

If other selected: Personal Telescope hosted in Obstech

Image Description and Details: This image captures the ongoing merger of NGC 2292 and NGC 2293, a fascinating pair of galaxies located approximately 110 million light-years away in the constellation Canis Major. These two galaxies are in the final stages of their interaction, likely forming a giant elliptical galaxy with an unusual dust disk.

Frames:
Chroma Blue 50x50 mm: 121×300,″(10h 5′)
Chroma Green 50x50 mm: 120×300,″(10h)
Chroma Lum 50x50 mm: 404×300,″(33h 40′)
Chroma Red 50x50 mm: 120×300,″(10h)

Total Exposure: 63h 45'

Equipment Details: Telescope: Planewave CDK17
Camera: Moravian Instruments C3-61000EC Pro
Mount: Planewave L550

Name: Rafael Sampaio

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