Scientists capture photo of formation of new planets

The video discusses the formation of two planets orbiting the star PDS70, as reported in The Astronomical Journal. Researchers at the WM Keck Observatory in Hawaii used an infrared pyramid wavefront sensor for adaptive optics to capture images of these proto-planets. They implemented a new adaptive objects correction technique to interpret signals from the PDS17 multiplanetary system. Sylvane Setter, a software engineer, highlighted the sensor's significant improvement in studying exoplanets, especially around low mass stars where planet formation is active.

What is the significance of the infrared pyramid wavefront sensor used by the researchers?

Describe the location and purpose of the WM Keck Observatory.

Explain the process of how the team processed images of the proto planets.

What challenges does the Earth's atmosphere pose to astronomical observations?

What advancements did the new infrared sensor bring to the study of exoplanets?