World witnessed the longest 74-minute solar eclipse in history with Concorde 001 flying at 2,500 km/h | – The Times of India

On June 30, 1973, over the expansive Sahara Desert, a team of pioneering scientists accomplished an extraordinary milestone in astronomical history: observing 74 minutes of uninterrupted totality during a solar eclipse, the longest ever recorded. This unprecedented achievement was made possible through a combination of innovative technology, meticulous planning, and precise execution. The team converted…

Solar Eclipse on August 2: Will it really bring ‘6 minutes of darkness’ in the world? NASA answers after viral buzz | – The Times of India

Solar eclipses have fascinated humanity for thousands of years. Historically, eclipses were often seen as omens, influencing myths and legends. Today, there are opportunities for scientific research, including studying the Sun’s corona and testing astronomical theories. Because total eclipses are rare and visible only along narrow paths, many enthusiasts travel thousands of miles to experience…

Solar Eclipse on August 2: Why world will be under darkness for over 6 minutes in a rare 100-year phenomenon; is it visible in India? | – The Times of India

On August 2, 2027, the world will witness a historic total solar eclipse, one of the longest of the 21st century. Spanning over Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, the eclipse will bring 6 minutes and 23 seconds of total darkness in specific regions, allowing a rare and extended view of the Sun’s corona….

How two satellites are mimicking total solar eclipses in space – The Times of India

This image shows the Sun’s corona captured by the Proba-3 pair of spacecraft in the visible light spectrum, with the hair-like structures revealed using a specialized image processing algorithm (Image credit: AP) A pair of European satellites have created the first artificial solar eclipses by flying in precise and fancy formation, providing hours of on-demand…