According to Nasa, the Parker Solar Probe is functioning normally, despite operating under extreme conditions: temperatures in the solar corona reaching up to 980 degrees Celsius, intense radiation, and speeds of about 692,000 kilometers per hour. Researchers anticipate receiving updated telemetry data from it on January 1.
British astronomer Jennifer Millard emphasized in a comment to the BBC that studying the Sun has not only theoretical significance. The solar corona is significantly hotter than the Sun's core, and scientists currently lack an explanation for this phenomenon. The solar wind interacts with Earth's magnetic field, causing auroras, but its activity can also affect the operation of power grids, communication systems, and electronics, impacting people's daily lives. Understanding "solar weather" in the future will allow scientists to make forecasts and prevent related incidents.