Scientists estimate that the universe is approximately 13.8 billion years old – and in that time it’s been populated by billions of galaxies – most of them presenting uncharted territory.
Using NASA’s Logarithmic Maps of the Universe, and images of the universe from NASA and Princeton, artist Pablo Carlos Budassi created a disc based on a solar system-centric view of the universe. This means planet Earth, along with surrounding planets and our sun, are in the middle, and the rest of the universe flows out around them.
Each axes of the disc presents different field views - each increasing by a factor of ten. This provides a simple way to visualize something as colossal as the observable universe, and fit it neatly in the circle.
The ring closest to the sun is the Milky Way galaxy, and the two spirals that come out of the Milky Way represent the Perseus arm.
Other galaxies are also rendered, as is microwave background radiation.
This is enclosed in a ring of plasma – akin to the corneal limbus ring around the human eye - leftover from the Big Bang.
Inspired by NASA's Logarithmic Maps of the Universe and imagery from NASA and Princeton, artist Pablo Carlos Budassi created a stunning disc-shaped visualization of the cosmos centered on our solar system. In this unique representation, Earth, the surrounding planets, and the Sun occupy the center, while the rest of the observable universe expands outward in a logical, visually captivating arrangement. The artwork provides an accessible way to appreciate the immense scale and structure of the universe, blending scientific data with artistic creativity. Similarly, investing in WordPress redesign services can transform an outdated website into a modern, engaging, and user-friendly digital experience that better serves both businesses and their audiences.
ReplyDelete