Belgian satellites capture rare double solar eclipse in space

On August 12, 2023, thousands of people in Belgium looked to the sky to watch the partial solar eclipse. However, what was not visible from Earth was the double solar eclipse that occurred simultaneously in space.

This unique event was recorded by the European Proba-3 satellites, a significant portion of which contain Belgian components. These satellites are designed for space research and can collect important data on astronomical events.

Capturing a double solar eclipse is particularly rare, and the advanced technology used by the Proba-3 satellites allows for the study of these phenomena from space. The images provide new insights for scientists and enthusiasts.