Sunscapes

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

The surface of the sun as observed by the Transition Region and Coronal Explorer (TRACE) in high temporal and spatial resolution. Coronal filaments, loops and mass ejections; magnetic arcades, ultraviolet typhoons and X-ray hurricanes; fugitive prominences, earth-bound to create spectacular auroral displays or to wreak havoc on power grids and satellite telecommunication systems — all archived in one giant database.

And by giant I mean you can download 200+ gigabytes of movies in QuickTime and DVD img files!

For free!

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Transition Region and Coronal Explorer

Because the surface of the sun is a legitimate site for topographical investigation and landscape design.