The Kepler-529 System
3 planets
Draco
Kepler-529 is a planetary system in the constellation Draco hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,606 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-529
Kepler-529: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-529
- Surface temperature
- 6,087 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.07 M☉
- Radius
- 1.14 R☉
- Age
- 4.0 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-529: 0.932–2.179 AU (conservative: 1.180–2.066 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-529 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-529 b | Super Earth | 2.0 d | 1.86 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
| Kepler-529 c | Super Earth | 13 d | 2.00 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2016 |
| Kepler-529 d | Mini Neptune | 36 d | 2.80 R⊕ | 0.25 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-529 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-529 d, followed in 2021.
- 2016 — Kepler-529 b (Transit)
- 2016 — Kepler-529 c (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-529 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-529
How many planets does Kepler-529 have?
Kepler-529 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-529 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-529 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-529?
Kepler-529 is about 2,606 light-years from Earth in the constellation Draco.