Unveiling the Cosmos: Einstein Probe Detects Rare, Prolonged Soft X-ray Event in Outer Space
Beijing, China — In a groundbreaking observation, the Einstein Probe’s Wide-field X-ray Telescope (WXT) has recorded a rare celestial phenomenon. On March 15, 2024, the spacecraft detected soft X-rays from an event lasting over 17 minutes. This occurrence, designated as EP240315a, displayed remarkable fluctuations in brightness before eventually dimming, capturing the attention of the global astronomical community. The detection marks a significant milestone in understanding fast X-ray transients (FXRTs), a type of event characterized by …