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HD 99492 b is a sub_neptune exoplanet discovered in 2004 using the Radial Velocity method at W. M. Keck Observatory. The 10 m Keck I Telescope was employed with the instruments of the HIRES Spectrometer.

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HD 99492 b

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Discovery Details

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2004
Facility: W. M. Keck Observatory
Instrument: HIRES Spectrometer
Telescope: 10 m Keck I Telescope
Meet HD 99492 b, a fascinating world orbiting the star HD 99492, discovered back in 2004 using the clever radial velocity method at the W. M. Keck Observatory. This planet was detected by tracking the subtle wobble of its star caused by the planet’s gravitational pull, using the sensitive HIRES Spectrometer. While details about its exact size and characteristics remain a mystery, HD 99492 b invites curiosity and wonder from astronomers and space enthusiasts alike. It’s a reminder of the exciting discoveries being made right here on Earth with ground-based technology, showcasing how we can unravel the secrets of distant worlds lurking light-years away. A cosmic neighbor that definitely sparks the imagination!