HD 116029 c orbits the star HD 116029 and was discovered relatively recently in 2018 using the trusty radial velocity method from the ground-based W. M. Keck Observatory. This distant world was spotted with the sharp eyes of the HIRES Spectrometer, revealing its subtle gravitational tug on its host star. While we don’t have a catchy proper name for this planet yet, it’s a fascinating find in the vast cosmos, reminding us how much there is to explore beyond our solar system. HD 116029 c invites us to imagine what a day or year might be like on a planet orbiting a star far from Earth, discovered with cutting-edge technology and a sense of cosmic curiosity.
