The Kepler-382 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-382 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,051 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-382
Kepler-382: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-382
- Surface temperature
- 5,600 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 0.95 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-382: 0.673–1.594 AU (conservative: 0.853–1.511 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-382 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-382 b | Super Earth | 5.3 d | 1.32 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-382 c | Super Earth | 12 d | 1.59 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-382 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-382 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-382 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-382
How many planets does Kepler-382 have?
Kepler-382 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-382 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-382 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-382?
Kepler-382 is about 3,051 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.