How ESA mimics and models the 2026 total solar eclipse
Scientists are preparing to study the rare event using advanced simulations and modeling techniques.
On 12 August 2026, parts of Europe will experience a total solar eclipse. With the Sun's bright disc covered, its surrounding atmosphere – the solar corona – will become visible to the naked eye. Unfortunately, total solar eclipses are rare and last at most a few minutes, giving scientists little time to study the Sun’s enigmatic halo.
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