Orbit Collection (#32)

Skull. Computer artwork of a human skull. The bones of the cranium (top) are fused together to form a solid structure that encloses and protects the brain

Human skull, computer artwork
Skull, computer artwork. The bones of the cranium (top) are fused together to form a solid structure that encloses and protects the brain. At bottom are the teeth, set in the jaw

Skull, 3-D CT scan
Human skull, 3-D computed tomography (CT) scan. The orbits of the eyes are either side of the nasal cavity. The front of the skull contains large air spaces called sinuses

Skull, CT scan
Human skull, coloured computed tomography (CT) scan. At top is the rounded cranium which houses the brain. The orbits (eye sockets) and nasal cavity (white) are seen

Global pandemic
Pandemic, conceptual computer artwork. Numerous viruses (orange) are seen encircling the Earth

Space travel, artwork
Space travel. Computer artwork of a spaceship approaching a planet

Space station, artwork
Space station. Computer artwork of a space station orbiting the Earth

Planetary orbits, artwork
Planetary orbits, conceptual computer artwork

Quantised orbits of the planets
Quantum orbits of the planets. Conceptual computer artwork showing the planets of the solar system on a model of atomic orbitals

Planetary alignment, artwork
Planetary alignment, computer artwork

Californian wild fires. Satellite image of the wild fires that raged in California, USA, in late October 2003. Huge plumes of smoke are seen being blown out over the Pacific Ocean

Jetstream clouds seen over north-western Libya. The jetstreams are high-altitude, fast-moving air currents that are a few thousand kilometres long

Orbit of the Earth. Historical artwork showing the Earth revolving around the Sun. The Earth takes around 365 days to complete a full orbit of the Sun

Californian wild fires, 2003
Californian wild fires. Smoke clouds from the wild fires that raged in California, USA, in late October 2003. This image was taken from the International Space Station

Great Lakes from space
Great Lakes on the USA/Canada border, seen from space. The Great Lakes cover an area of almost 250, 000 square kilometres, making them the largest expanse of fresh water in the world

John Glenns Mercury spacesuit on display at the National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC. Glenn was the first American to reach Earth orbit, in the Mercury MA-6 capsule, on 20 February 1962

Leonids meteor shower, 19th century
Leonids meteor shower. The Earth is shown crossing the path of the debris that forms the Leonid meteor shower. This occurs annually for about 2 days around mid-November when the Earth crosses

Agriculture and mining, from space. Large square agricultural fields are seen by strongly coloured deposits and pools formed by mining activities

City lights of Buenos Aires, Argentinas capital city, from space. North is at upper left. Across top are the unlit waters of the River Plate

Solar system, historical artwork
Solar systems of Copernicus, Tycho Brahe and Descartes 1783. Orbits of the planets by Copernicus; and of the Sun by Tycho Brahe

Comet Hale-Bopp 1997 C011 / 1168
Comet Hale-Bopp. This was one of the brightest comets of the 20th Century, when it made its closest approach to Earth. It was visible during the first half of 1997

Comet, historical image
Head of the Comet of 1961. The rotating core produced shell-like figures with some bright spots which are larger ice bolders leaving the comet service we know today

Comet Hale-Bopp 1997 C011 / 1169
Comet Hale-Bopp. This was one of the brightest comets of the 20th Century, when it made its closest approach to Earth. It was visible during the first half of 1997

Biblical symbolism, 17th century
Biblical symbolism. 17th-century woodcut text and diagram showing the orbit of the clock of the Sun and the Moon, with a heavenly hand (Christ, upper right) holding a compass to the circles

Alien moons, artwork
Alien moons. Computer artwork of the view across an alien moon that is on a collision course with another moon. A gas giant planet is in the background

Asteroid approaching an alien moon
A Earthlike planet, to be seen in the background, built a planet-moon-system over several billion years. An asteroid encounters this system and will collide on the red moon

Earth. Conceptual computer artwork of the Earth with swirls of gold light

Lithium atoms, computer artwork
Computer artwork of seven lithium atoms with their nucleus and the three orbiting electrons

Earth. Conceptual computer artwork of the Earth surrounded by swirls of blue light

Moon and Earth
Earth and Moon, composite image. The Moon orbits Earth at a distance of around 384, 000 kilometres. At 3400 kilometres in diameter, it is roughly a third of the size of the Earth

Earths rotation, artwork
Earths rotation. Computer artwork of the Earth, showing its rotation and the apparent movement of the Moon, Sun and planets in relation to it

Geostationary orbit diagram

Polar orbit diagram

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"Exploring the Vastness of Orbit: A Journey through Space and Time" The Solar System Planets: Witness the mesmerizing dance of celestial bodies as they gracefully orbit around our radiant Sun. International Space Station, 2008: Behold a marvel of human ingenuity, floating effortlessly in Earth's orbit, serving as a symbol of international cooperation and scientific exploration. Jupiter from Europa, Artwork: Immerse yourself in an artist's rendition of Jupiter's majestic presence as seen from its moon Europa – a breathtaking view that sparks wonder and curiosity. Epicycles of Mercury and Venus, 1823 C017 / 8061: Delve into the intricate paths traced by Mercury and Venus throughout history – unraveling ancient astronomers' attempts to understand their complex orbital patterns. Skylab in Orbit above Earth at the End of Its Mission, 1974: Marvel at NASA's pioneering space station – Skylab – suspended high above our planet during its final moments before reentry, leaving behind an indelible mark on space exploration history. Cassini spacecraft Orbiting Saturn and Its Moon Titan: Embark on a cosmic journey alongside Cassini as it navigates Saturn's rings while capturing awe-inspiring images of its enigmatic moon Titan - revealing secrets hidden within this distant realm. Nuclear Fission Artwork: Explore the intersection between science and art with captivating visuals depicting nuclear fission - showcasing humanity's quest for knowledge even beyond Earthly boundaries. Total Eclipse of the Sun Seen from Earth’s Orbit: Experience an extraordinary event witnessed only by those fortunate enough to be in Earth’s orbit - a total eclipse casting ethereal shadows across our planet’s surface, reminding us of nature’s grand spectacle. Copernicus vs Ptolemy - A Celestial Debate Unveiled.