Scientists, using cameras aboard NASAs Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO), have created the largest high resolution mosaic of our moon’s north polar region. The six-and-a-half feet (two-meters)-per-pixel images cover an area equal to more than one-quarter of the United States. Web viewers can zoom in and out, and pan around an area. Constructed from 10,581 pictures, the mosaic provides enough detail to see textures and subtle shading of the lunar terrain. Consistent lighting throughout the images makes it easy to compare different regions. To view the image with zoom and pan capability, visit: lroc.sese.asu.edu/gigapan Image Credit: NASA/GSFC/Arizona State University #moon #mosaic #nasa #space #lro #lunar #exploration #science
Posted on: Tue, 18 Mar 2014 17:47:29 +0000
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