The Kepler-417 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-417 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,177 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-417
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-417: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-417
- Mass
- 0.90 M☉
- Radius
- 0.81 R☉
All 2 Planets in the Kepler-417 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-417 b | Super Earth | 12 d | 2.31 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2014 |
| Kepler-417 c | — | 16 d | — | 0.27 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-417 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit timing variations method.
- 2014 — Kepler-417 b (Transit Timing Variations)
- 2014 — Kepler-417 c (Transit Timing Variations)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-417
How many planets does Kepler-417 have?
Kepler-417 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-417 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-417 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-417?
Kepler-417 is about 3,177 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.
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