Kepler-162 b is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star Kepler-162, discovered in 2014 thanks to the diligent eyes of the Kepler space telescope. This cosmic neighbor was spotted using the transit method, where the planet’s tiny silhouette dims its star’s light—our space-based office peek-a-boo! While we don't have its exact size, Kepler-162 b is believed to be larger than Earth, potentially a super-sized world with its own unique character. Though we can’t visit just yet, it’s an exciting glimpse into the vast diversity of planets far beyond our solar system. Thanks to the Kepler CCD Array, this distant planet reminds us that the universe is full of surprises, waiting to ignite our imaginations and curiosity.
