Launched to detect some of the most energetic radiation in space, this satellite carries highly sensitive detectors to observe gamma rays, X-rays, and visible light. It targets violent cosmic events like supernova explosions, black hole accretion, and gamma-ray bursts. The mission provides astronomers with data on the formation of heavy elements and the extreme physics of deep space.
The data dump from INTEGRAL shows a massive gamma-ray burst in the target galaxy.
Related terms
ESA
European Space Agency, an intergovernmental organization coordinating Europe's space exploration.
ESOC
European Space Operations Centre, the main mission control facility for the European Space Agency.
ESTEC
European Space Research and Technology Centre, ESA's primary spacecraft design and testing facility.