The KOI-7892 System
3 planets
Lyra
KOI-7892 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 3,497 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of KOI-7892
KOI-7892: Star and Habitable Zone
KOI-7892
- Surface temperature
- 6,474 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.04 M☉
- Radius
- 1.26 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of KOI-7892: 1.138–2.643 AU (conservative: 1.442–2.506 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the KOI-7892 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIC 8540376 b | Neptune-like | 32 d | 4.10 R⊕ | 0.20 | 2015 |
| KIC 8540376 c | Mini Neptune | 75 d | 2.40 R⊕ | 0.32 | 2015 |
| Kepler-457 d | Mini Neptune | 11 d | 2.98 R⊕ | 0.22 | 2021 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, KIC 8540376 b, was discovered in 2015 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-457 d, followed in 2021.
- 2015 — KIC 8540376 b (Transit)
- 2015 — KIC 8540376 c (Transit)
- 2021 — Kepler-457 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About KOI-7892
How many planets does KOI-7892 have?
KOI-7892 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the KOI-7892 system habitable?
None of the known planets in KOI-7892 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is KOI-7892?
KOI-7892 is about 3,497 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.