Irish technology powers ESA's Proba-3 mission to create first man-made solar eclipse

The Proba-3 mission, launching today from Chennai, India, will use two satellites to create the first man-made solar eclipse. This mission aims to capture detailed images of the sun's corona and investigate solar phenomena. Irish technology from Onsemi, based in Cork, is crucial for the mission. The satellites will use advanced sensors to maintain precise alignment, allowing them to create the eclipse and gather data effectively. This mission marks a significant achievement for Irish engineering, as it is the first time technology developed in Cork will be used in space. The project highlights the collaboration between Onsemi and the European Space Agency.