The Kepler-864 System
2 planets
Lyra
Kepler-864 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 6,598 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-864
Kepler-864: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-864
- Surface temperature
- 5,754 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.00 M☉
- Radius
- 1.00 R☉
- Age
- 4.7 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-864: 0.745–1.757 AU (conservative: 0.944–1.666 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-864 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-864 b | Mini Neptune | 5.8 d | 2.40 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2016 |
| Kepler-864 c | Lava World | 2.4 d | 1.62 R⊕ | 0.27 | 2023 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-864 b, was discovered in 2016 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-864 c, followed in 2023.
- 2016 — Kepler-864 b (Transit)
- 2023 — Kepler-864 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-864
How many planets does Kepler-864 have?
Kepler-864 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-864 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-864 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-864?
Kepler-864 is about 6,598 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.