The Kepler-148 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-148 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,580 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-148
Kepler-148: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-148
- Surface temperature
- 5,272 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.85 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-148: 0.547–1.310 AU (conservative: 0.693–1.242 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-148 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-148 b | Super Earth | 1.7 d | 1.80 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-148 c | Sub Neptune | 4.2 d | 3.60 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2014 |
| Kepler-148 d | Cold Gas Giant | 52 d | 8.68 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-148 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-148 d, followed in 2016.
- 2014 — Kepler-148 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-148 c (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-148 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-148
How many planets does Kepler-148 have?
Kepler-148 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-148 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-148 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-148?
Kepler-148 is about 2,580 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.