Deep within the constellation Monoceros, the Rosette Nebula blazes as a cosmic forge, where gravity and radiation sculpt vast towers of gas and dust. This central region is where stars ignite, forging the elements that may one day become new worlds.
This two-panel mosaic captures the nebula’s elaborate core, where the young, searing-hot stars of NGC 2244 blaze through the surrounding clouds, shaping an ever-evolving masterpiece. Every arc and filament in this celestial furnace tells the story of the universe’s endless cycle—destruction, rebirth, and the birth of light itself.
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Tech specs:
Total integration: 37h 30m
Integration per filter:
- Hα: 13h 10m (79 × 600’)
- SII: 13h 50m (83 × 600’)
- OIII: 10h 30m (63 × 600’)
Equipment:
- Telescope: Askar 130PHQ
- Camera: @zwoastro ASI2600MM Pro
- Mount: @skywatcheraustralia NEQ6-Pro
- Filters: Antlia 3nm Narrowband SHO 36 mm
- Drizzled 2x
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