The Kepler-194 System
3 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-194 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,581 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-194
Kepler-194: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-194
- Surface temperature
- 6,089 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.02 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-194: 0.838–1.960 AU (conservative: 1.062–1.859 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-194 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-194 b | Super Earth | 2.1 d | 1.51 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
| Kepler-194 c | Mini Neptune | 17 d | 2.59 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-194 d | Mini Neptune | 53 d | 2.40 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-194 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-194 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-194 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-194 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-194
How many planets does Kepler-194 have?
Kepler-194 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-194 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-194 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-194?
Kepler-194 is about 3,581 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.