The Kepler-293 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-293 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,179 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-293
Kepler-293: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-293
- Surface temperature
- 5,804 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.96 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-293: 0.724–1.703 AU (conservative: 0.916–1.615 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-293 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-293 b | Sub Neptune | 19 d | 3.07 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2014 |
| Kepler-293 c | Sub Neptune | 54 d | 3.83 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-293 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-293 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-293 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-293
How many planets does Kepler-293 have?
Kepler-293 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-293 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-293 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-293?
Kepler-293 is about 3,179 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.