Meet HATS-60 b, a fascinating extrasolar world orbiting the star HATS-60. Discovered in 2018 through the transit method, this planet was spotted by the diligent eyes of the HATSouth network using the Apogee 4K CCD Sensor. HATS-60 b is a hot Jupiter-type planet, meaning it’s a gas giant sizzling close to its star, making it a toasty and intriguing world for exoplanet enthusiasts. Though we don't have a catchy proper name for it yet, its discovery adds to our ever-growing cosmic family. Imagine a colossal planet gracefully passing in front of its star, dimming the star’s light just enough for scientists on Earth to catch a glimpse—such is the magic of HATS-60 b, quietly orbiting far beyond our solar neighborhood.
