Solar Orbiter’s Sunniest Snapshot Yet

On March 22, 2023, ESA and NASA's Solar Orbiter zoomed to 74 million km from the Sun, capturing the highest-resolution images ever with over 83 million pixels. Armed with the PHI and EUI instruments, it unveiled intricate sunspots and plasma dances on the photosphere. As the Sun hits its 11-year peak, these stunning visuals are crucial for understanding magnetic fields and impending solar storms. Stay tuned—Solar Orbiter is gearing up to spy the Sun’s polar secrets!