Embark on a scientific exploration of Vela, a sprawling constellation in the southern sky, with this impressive 12-tile mosaic capturing its celestial wonders. Vela, Latin for "the sails," is rich in astronomical treasures, including stellar nurseries, supernova remnants, and intricate star clusters.

This mosaic offers a panoramic view of Vela's diverse cosmic landscape, showcasing its vibrant tapestry of gas clouds, young stars, and remnants of stellar explosions. Each tile in the mosaic reveals a unique aspect of Vela's celestial splendor, providing astronomers with valuable insights into the processes shaping the evolution of stars and galaxies.

From the delicate filaments of the Vela Supernova Remnant to the glittering jewels of star clusters nestled within its embrace, this mosaic offers a window into the rich tapestry of cosmic phenomena that populate the constellation of Vela. Through meticulous observation and data processing, astronomers unravel the mysteries of Vela, shedding light on the intricate interplay of forces that govern the universe.

Image Description and Details :

Resembling a hot chilli these superheated blue tendrils of ionised oxygen are remnants of a spectacular supernova that occurred some 11,000 years ago.Located in Vela some 800 LY distant, this small isolated section of this vast region silhouetted against a background rich in Ha seemed worthy of attention it’s own right - as after an exhaustive search, there don’t appear to be any stand alone studies online of this beautiful waveform.Photographed over three nights from my light polluted suburban backyard in Melbourne, Australia. 🇦🇺Acquisition was made using Stellarmate on a Rpi4 Processed in App, PS CC 2021, Topaz NR Ai & Nik.Captured via Stellarmate- 15.0 Hrs HaO3RGB Average seeing, Bortle 5/6 skies.Telescope : Takahashi TOA130 Mount: Takahashi NJPCamera: QSI 6162 WSG8 Filters: Chroma Ha 5nm, Chroma O3 3nm Chroma RG&BProcessed in Astropixel Processor Topaz AI & Photoshop CC 2021



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