HATS-3 b is a sizzling hot Jupiter that orbits the star HATS-3, discovered in 2013 using the transit method by the clever folks behind the HATSouth survey. This gas giant makes a speedy trip around its star, showing off its glowing, super-heated atmosphere that’s sure to make any cosmic tourist feel the heat! Detected from the ground with the help of the Apogee 4K CCD Sensor, HATS-3 b is a prime example of the exciting worlds found beyond our solar system. Its discovery adds to the growing family of exoplanets that are helping us understand the wild diversity of planets out there, making it a fascinating stop on any interstellar itinerary.