Alien Asteroid/Comet/Probe

[Lemon Thrower]

interesting video about an interstellar object transiting our solar system. Its between Jupiter and Mars now and headed towards the sun by end of October. Its only the third interstellar object (it came from a different solar system) that we have tracked, and scientists say its very unusual. Probably not a threat, just something wierd.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCcWlecjv4k

[shinnosuke]

That was worth the watch. All those people voting for the giant meteor strike must have willed this object into our solar system.

Jijith Nadumuri Ravi
@Jijith_NR
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Some real news about the inter stellar intruder into Solar System- 31/ATLAS.

Astronomers using the Very Large Telescope in Chile have made a startling discovery about the mysterious interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS. New spectroscopic data shows its plume of gas is laced with unusual chemicals, including cyanide and nickel but strangely, no trace of iron. Even more puzzling, the levels of these elements are rising sharply as the object gets closer to the Sun.

This is no ordinary comet. Typically, as icy bodies heat up, they release familiar signatures of water vapor, carbon compounds, and metals like iron. But 3I/ATLAS is breaking the rules. The absence of iron, combined with the surge of nickel and toxic cyanide, points to a composition unlike anything we’ve seen in our solar system.

Why does this matter? Because 3I/ATLAS didn’t come form here. It comes from another star system, carrying with it the chemical fingerprint of a completely different cosmic neighborhood. Studying it is like analyzing a piece of another stellar system, frozen for eons, and now unraveling under the heat of our Sun.

The cyanide emissions in particular raise eyebrows. On Earth, cyanide is deadly—but in interstellar chemistry, it plays a role in forming complex organic molecules. Could 3I/ATLAS be carrying building blocks of life, scattered across the stars? Or is it a fragment of something more exotic, like a shattered planet rich in rare materials?

Whatever the answer, the data defies expectations. As the object streaks closer to the Sun, telescopes worldwide are racing to capture every detail. 3I/ATLAS is not just another rock—it’s a messenger from beyond, carrying secrets that could reshape how we understand chemistry, life, and the universe.

[Lemon Thrower]

some more information and very big coincidences/anomolies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1YdwxN6oVA

[thecrazyone]

Noone ever wants to talk about it but the aliens are already here and have been for some time.

That said, this update has been neat to follow.

[Lemon Thrower]

looks triangular, rather than comet-shaped, to me.

https://i0.wp.com/www.anonymousconserva ... C649&ssl=1

[shinnosuke]

Does that shape influence its speed? Going 130,000 mph!

[shinnosuke]

Its own webpage now:

https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/comets/3i-atlas/

I keep thinking of the movie Melancholia.

[MaxGravy]

I’m not saying it’s aliens…

Because it’s not aliens.

[Lemon Thrower]

is IS alien, in the sense that even if its a rock its not from out solar system or even our galaxy. NASA says its intergalactic.

It has carbon and oxygen in a backwards ratio than rocks in our solar system. The CO2 should be an eighth of the oxygen; instead its 8x. One theory is that its a giant space ship and is venting CO2 exhaust just like humans do when they breathe.

It entered our solar system only 5% off level of our solar system's orbital plane.

It timed its approach to use the gravity of 3 planets to accelerate its trajectory.

It timed its approach so that when its closest to the sun its on the opposite side of the sun, thereby making it difficult for us to surveil it. Almost as if its hiding from us.

The last 3 points are factual and are an astonishing coincidence.

It has a tail like a comet that trails away from the sun, but also a second tail that trails towards the sun! Its very wierd.

[Lemon Thrower]

https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkP ... /giphy.gif

[shinnosuke]

Grok says...

The Scenario: A Hypothetical Gravitational Sling to the Sun

Comet 3I/ATLAS (also designated C/2025 N1) is a real interstellar comet discovered on July 1, 2025, by the ATLAS survey in Chile. It's the third confirmed object from outside our solar system (after ʻOumuamua and 2I/Borisov), originating from the direction of Sagittarius with a hyperbolic orbit that confirms its extrasolar path. Current observations show it's an active comet about 5.6 km (3.5 miles) in diameter at its nucleus, rich in carbon dioxide, water ice, carbon monoxide, and other volatiles, with a coma of gas and dust that's shifted from red to green hues as it activates. Its perihelion (closest approach to the Sun) is projected for around October 30, 2025, at ~1.4 AU—safely inside Mars' orbit but far from the Sun's surface (the Sun's radius is just 0.00465 AU).

Your question imagines a dramatic "what if": What if gravitational influences (e.g., from Jupiter or another body) alter its hyperbolic path, curving it into a tighter orbit that leads to a direct collision with the Sun? This is purely hypothetical—real-time tracking by NASA, ESA, and global observatories shows no such perturbation occurring, and its high inbound velocity (~doubles that of prior interstellar visitors) makes capture or drastic deflection unlikely without an extraordinarily close planetary encounter. But let's explore the physics and consequences step by step, focusing on what "life" (human society, ecosystems, and the broader biosphere) would look like in this alternate reality.

1. The Physics of the Hypothetical ImpactPath Alteration: For gravity to "turn" the comet into a solar collider, it would need a massive gravitational assist, like a near-miss with Jupiter (which it's approaching loosely). This could reduce its velocity relative to the Sun, converting its hyperbolic trajectory to elliptical (bound orbit) or even parabolic, with perihelion dropping to ~0 AU. In reality, such events are rare; interstellar objects zip through too fast for easy capture.

Approach and Tidal Disruption: As it nears the Sun (within ~0.1 AU, or 15 million km), solar gravity would stretch the comet into a Roche lobe due to tidal forces, fragmenting its icy nucleus into streams of gas, dust, and boulders. Volatiles would sublimate explosively, creating a spectacular, temporary "second tail" brighter than Venus.

Collision Dynamics: The comet would hit the Sun's photosphere at hyperbolic speeds (600 km/s near the surface), vaporizing instantly. Its mass (10^15 kg, like a small mountain) is negligible compared to the Sun's (2×10^30 kg). Energy release: Equivalent to ~10^21 joules—impressive but dwarfed by the Sun's output (3.8×10^26 W constantly). No explosion; just a fleeting "splat" like a raindrop on a lake.

2. Immediate Astronomical Effects (Days to Weeks Before/After Impact)Visibility from Earth: In this scenario, the comet would outgas dramatically en route, becoming one of the brightest sky objects ever—potentially magnitude -5 or brighter, visible in daylight for weeks. Amateur astronomers worldwide would track it obsessively; social media (e.g., X/Twitter) would explode with #CometDoomsday memes, conspiracy theories (alien probe?), and live streams. Professional telescopes (Hubble, JWST, ground-based arrays) would pivot fully to it, delaying other research.

Solar Impact Spectacle: The collision might produce a brief coronal mass ejection (CME)-like flare or enhanced solar prominence, visible as a temporary "dent" or bright arc in coronagraph images. No naked-eye change from Earth—the Sun would look the same.

No Direct Threat: At 1.4 AU perihelion baseline, it's already 170 million miles from Earth. A tighter path wouldn't intersect our orbit; impacts happen at the Sun's edge.

3. Short-Term Societal Impacts (Months)Scientific and Cultural Boom: Astronomers would hail it as a once-in-a-civilization event, accelerating interstellar object studies. Expect a surge in comet-hunting tech, new missions (e.g., ESA/NASA probes), and pop culture tie-ins—books like "The Comet That Kissed the Sun," viral TikToks, and maybe a Netflix docuseries. Avi Loeb-style debates on alien origins would resurface, boosting public STEM interest.

Economic Ripples: Telescope tourism in Chile/Hawaii spikes; stock in space companies (e.g., SpaceX for hypothetical interceptors) jumps. Minimal disruption— no evacuations needed.

Daily Life: Business as usual. Commuters glance at the sky during lunch; kids draw comet art in school. Global anxiety? Low, like watching a meteor shower—exciting, not existential.

4. Long-Term Environmental and Biological Effects (Years to Decades)Solar Stability: The Sun shrugs it off. Mass addition: ~10^-15 of its total (like adding a grain of sand to a beach). Output fluctuations: Negligible (<0.0001% change in luminosity for hours). No risk of instability, dimming, or "solar burp" affecting climate. Earth's insolation (solar energy received) stays constant.

Ecosystems and Climate: Zero impact. No enhanced radiation, debris fallout, or orbital perturbations. Life on Earth—forests, oceans, agriculture—continues unchanged. If anything, the event inspires environmental reflection on cosmic fragility, perhaps boosting conservation funding.

Human Evolution Angle: Over millennia? Nada. This wouldn't trigger mass extinctions or genetic bottlenecks like asteroid impacts (e.g., dinosaurs). Humanity's biggest "change" would be cultural: A new calendar holiday ("Comet Day") or emoji.

5. Broader Existential PerspectiveIn this what-if, life looks... pretty much the same, just with a cosmic fireworks show. The universe is vast and indifferent; a comet nibbling the Sun's edge is a blink. We'd celebrate our luck (no Chicxulub 2.0), advance science, and keep arguing about politics over coffee. If anything, it'd remind us life's resilience—tiny perturbations don't topple the solar apple cart.For real updates on 3I/ATLAS's actual path (still on track for a safe flyby), check NASA's site or ESA's feeds. If you meant a different comet or scenario, clarify!