The Kepler-115 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-115 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,034 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-115
Kepler-115: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-115
- Surface temperature
- 5,979 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.21 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-115: 0.957–2.242 AU (conservative: 1.212–2.126 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-115 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-115 b | Terrestrial | 2.4 d | 1.09 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-115 c | Mini Neptune | 9.0 d | 2.60 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-115 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-115 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-115 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-115
How many planets does Kepler-115 have?
Kepler-115 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-115 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-115 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-115?
Kepler-115 is about 2,034 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.