The Kepler-271 System
Kepler-271 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,319 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-271
Kepler-271: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-271
- Surface temperature
- 5,555 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 0.90 M☉
- Radius
- 0.87 R☉
- Age
- 4.6 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of Kepler-271: 0.611–1.450 AU (conservative: 0.775–1.375 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-271 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-271 b | Terrestrial | 10 d | 1.23 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2014 |
| Kepler-271 c | Terrestrial | 7.4 d | 0.95 R⊕ | 0.31 | 2014 |
| Kepler-271 d | Terrestrial | 5.2 d | 0.66 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2016 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-271 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-271 d, followed in 2016.
- 2014 — Kepler-271 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-271 c (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-271 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-271
How many planets does Kepler-271 have?
Kepler-271 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-271 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-271 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-271?
Kepler-271 is about 1,319 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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