Harshita Sinha
Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) are intense bursts of radio waves that last only milliseconds. Their origin is still a mystery, and they appear to come from distant galaxies.
FRBs are detected by sensitive radio telescopes on Earth that can pick up high-energy signals from space. These telescopes analyze the waves and help scientists pinpoint their location.
Heat ghee in a pan.
While most FRBs come from deep space, their exact origin remains unknown. Some theories suggest they might be linked to neutron stars, black holes, or even alien civilizations.
The first Fast Radio Burst was discovered in 2007 by astronomers combing through data from a radio telescope in Canada. It was a discovery that opened a new chapter in astrophysics.
Since the first discovery, hundreds of FRBs have been detected, with some repeating and others appearing only once. This has led scientists to wonder if FRBs are part of a bigger cosmic puzzle.
Possible explanations for FRBs include colliding neutron stars, supernova remnants, magnetars, and, though speculative, alien technologies.
The study of FRBs is just beginning. With new observatories like the CHIME telescope, scientists are hoping to unlock the secrets of these elusive signals and understand their role in the universe.