Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cepheus (Cep)
VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!, Ethan Wong - Deep Space Project
VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!
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VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!

VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!, Ethan Wong - Deep Space Project
VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!
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VDB 152, IFN and supernova remnants!

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Presenting an image of vdB 152, also known as CED 201, a reflection nebula located approximately 1400 light years away in the constellation Cephus. Dominating the center of the image is a dark, dusty pillar-like structure that reflects the light of nearby stars, giving it a faint, bluish glow.

Surrounding this central feature are dense filaments of interstellar dust and gas, which block starlight and create dark patches against the star-filled backdrop. Wispy red filaments, likely composed of ionized hydrogen gas, trace the presence of H-alpha emissions, possibly remnants of a past supernova or ionized regions shaped by stellar winds and radiation. The contrasting blue hues around the reflection nebula indicate scattered starlight, emphasizing the nebula's reflective properties. 

Weather was challenging during Autumn 2024, which led me to spend a few months collecting data solely just for this project. However the forecast began to improve as we transited into Winter, allowing for a timely project completion

Clear skies everyone!!

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