The Kepler-1518 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-1518 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,947 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-1518
Kepler-1518: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-1518
- Surface temperature
- 6,846 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.54 M☉
- Radius
- 1.88 R☉
- Age
- 1.5 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-1518: 1.860–4.300 AU (conservative: 2.356–4.077 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-1518 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-1518 b | Sub Neptune | 5.1 d | 3.05 R⊕ | 0.21 | 2016 |
| Kepler-1518 c | Mini Neptune | 9.6 d | 2.90 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-1518 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-1518 c, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-1518 b (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-1518 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-1518
How many planets does Kepler-1518 have?
Kepler-1518 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-1518 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-1518 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-1518?
Kepler-1518 is about 2,947 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.