The Vera C. Rubin Observatory, located on a Chilean mountain, has recently begun operation, achieving significant early success by identifying 2,104 new asteroids in only its first ten hours. With its sophisticated digital camera, capable of capturing immense celestial views, the observatory aims to photograph nearly 20 billion galaxies over the next decade. This groundbreaking project seeks to investigate dark matter and dark energy while providing unprecedented insight into our universe. Its strategic location minimizes light pollution and atmospheric moisture, enhancing the quality of its astronomical surveys.
"Building the world's largest digital camera will allow scientists to explore the cosmos in new ways and at a scale that will enable discoveries that should fundamentally change our understanding of the universe," said Aaron Roodman, deputy director of the Rubin Construction.
"Just like you would with the camera on your phone, the time has finally come to point and take pictures - our science begins now."
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