Supernova Remnant Collection

Messier objects, full set
Messier objects. These 110 astronomical objects were catalogued by the French astronomer Charles Messier (1730-1817), a comet hunter who wanted to list the permanent objects in the sky that might be

Crab nebula (M1), Hubble Space Telescope image. This is a supernova remnant, the remains of a star that ended its life in a massine supernova explosion

Crab nebula, composite image
Crab nebula. Composite x-ray, infrared and optical image of the Crab nebula (M1), a remnant of a supernova that exploded in AD 1054

Supernova remnant IC 443, composite image. This is a combination of X-ray (blue), radio (green) and optical (red) data. A supernova remnant (SNR)

Supernova remnant N132D, X-ray image
Supernova remnant N132D. Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO) image of the supernova remnant N132D, an expanding shell of gas and dust from the explosion of a massive star

Pulsar, artwork. This stellar object is a rapidly- rotating neutron star. Neutron stars have powerful magnetic fields (shown by the purple lines)

Crab Nebula

Artwork of pulsar over a planet
Pulsar. Artwork of a pulsar, as seen from a nearby planet. Pulsars are probably neutron stars which produce two beams of radiation, usually at radio and X-ray wavelengths

Veil Nebula (IC 1340), optical image C017 / 3755
Veil Nebula (IC 1340), optical image. The Veil Nebula is a cloud of heated and ionized gas and dust in the constellation Cygnus

Crab Nebula (IC 1340), optical image C017 / 3717
Cab nebula (M1). Optical image of the Crab nebula, the remnant of a supernova. In the centre of the nebula is the remains of the stars core, which has formed a pulsar (white dot)

Cassiopeia A, NuSTAR X-ray image C016 / 9727
Cassiopeia A, NuSTAR X-ray image. This object is a supernova remnant, the expanding shell from a massive star that exploded as a supernova some 11, 000 years ago

Veil Nebula (IC 1340), optical image C017 / 3716
Veil Nebula (IC 1340), optical image. The Veil Nebula is a cloud of heated and ionized gas and dust in the constellation Cygnus

Human eye and nebula, composite image
Human eye and nebula. Composite image of a human eye and a nebula, the remnant of a supernova

Colour HST image of part of Cygnus Loop SNR

Supernova remnant LMC N 49, optical Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. These clouds of glowing gas and dust are where the explosion of a large star, thousands of years ago

Supernova remnant IC 443. Optical image of IC 443 (red, centre right), a supernova remnant in the constellation Gemini. North is at top

Supernova remnant Cassiopeia A, X-ray image. Cassiopeia A (Cas A) is a remnant of a supernova star that exploded around 320 years ago, the youngest in the Milky Way galaxy

SNR Vela Supernova remnant
Radio image of the Vela supernova remnant (SNR) recorded at a wavelength of 11cm by the Parkes radio telescope, Australia

Kepler supernova remnant, Chandra image
Kepler supernova remnant. Chandra X-ray Observatory image of the the Kepler supernova remnant, an expanding cloud of glowing gas that formed following a supernova

Optical image of the Cygnus loop supernova remnant
Cygnus loop supernova remnant. True-colour optical image of the Cygnus loop supernova remnant in the constellation Cygnus

Art of supernova remnant
Supernova remnant. Artwork of the wisps of gas of a supernova remnant. These thin strands of nebulosity are the remains of a star which ended its life in an enormous supernova explosion

Crab nebula gas filaments
Crab Nebula. Hubble Space Telescope image of the interior of the Crab Nebula supernova remnant (M1). Different elements are colour-coded: sulphur (pink), nitrogen (red)

Simeis 147 supernova remnant, optical image. The glowing filaments of gas and dust are the remains of a supernova explosion, or explosive death of a large star

Rings around supernova remnant SN 1987a
Unusual ring structure around SN1987A. False- colour optical image of the supernova remnant (SNR) of SN1987A, made by the Hubble Space Telescope

Supernova remnant 1987A. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the glowing ring of gas that is the remains of supernova 1987A. SN1987A is located in the Large Magellanic Cloud galaxy

Veil nebula supernova remnant, NGC 6979. Optical image of a region of the Veil nebula, part of the Cygnus Loop, which is the remnant of a supernova that exploded some 5-8000 years ago

Crab nebula and Zeta Tauri star
Crab nebula (M1, upper right) and the star Zeta Tauri (lower left). The Crab nebula is a supernova remnant, expanding shells of gas cast off by a supernova, the explosive death of a massive star

Neutron star structure, artwork
Neutron star structure. Artwork of the neutron star at the centre of the Cassiopeia A supernova remnant. A neutron star forms when the core of a dying star collapses into a super-dense state only a

Crab nebula (M1). Composite x-ray, infrared and optical image of the Crab nebula, the remnant of a supernova. In the centre of the nebula is the remains of the stars core

Supernova remnant SN1006, composite image
Supernova remnant SN 1006. Combined X-ray, radio and optical image of the supernova remnant SN 1006, an expanding shell of gas and dust from the explosion of a massive star

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This captivating collection of Messier objects showcases the mesmerizing beauty of supernova remnants in our universe. Starting with the iconic Crab Nebula (M1), we are treated to a composite image that unveils its intricate details and vibrant colors. The remnants left behind by this explosive event continue to astound astronomers. Moving on, we encounter another stunning composite image, this time featuring the Supernova remnant IC 443. Its ethereal glow and delicate structure hint at the immense power unleashed during its cataclysmic birth. In contrast, an X-ray image N132D reveals a different perspective, showcasing the high-energy emissions emanating from this celestial phenomenon. A pulsar takes center stage as we delve deeper into these cosmic wonders. The Crab Nebula's pulsar is depicted in artwork hovering over a distant planet, symbolizing its enigmatic nature and far-reaching influence. This Chandra image provides us with an up-close view of the turbulent debris resulting from a supernova explosion witnessed by humanity. The Veil Nebula (IC 1340) graces us with its presence through an optical image that captures its delicate filaments stretching across space like wisps of smoke. Similarly, another optical image presents us with yet another glimpse into the grandeur of the Crab Nebula (IC 1340). These remnants serve as reminders of past stellar events that shaped our cosmos. Finally, NuSTAR's X-ray image brings Cassiopeia A into focus – revealing intricate details within this ancient supernova remnant. Each element showcased here invites contemplation about our place in the vastness of space and reminds us how these powerful explosions shape galaxies and give birth to new stars. This compilation offers a visual feast for astronomy enthusiasts as it unravels various facets of supernova remnants – from their breathtaking beauty captured through composite images to their energetic signatures observed via X-rays or even portrayed in stunning artwork.