The Kepler-1471 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-1471 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,192 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1471
Kepler-1471: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1471
- Surface temperature
- 5,533 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.93 M☉
- Radius
- 1.17 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-1471: 0.814–1.932 AU (conservative: 1.031–1.831 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1471 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1471 b | Super Earth | 3.6 d | 1.41 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1471 c | Super Earth | 12 d | 1.88 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1471 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1471 c, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-1471 b (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-1471 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1471
How many planets does Kepler-1471 have?
Kepler-1471 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1471 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1471 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1471?
Kepler-1471 is about 3,192 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.