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The 50 newly confirmed exoplanets encompass a diverse range of sizes and orbital periods. Some are as expansive as Neptune, while others are smaller than Earth. Their orbits vary dramatically: some complete a rotation around their star in as little as one day, while others take as long as 200 days. This diversity is crucial, as confirming these planets allows astronomers to prioritize their observations with dedicated telescopes.
David Armstrong expressed optimism about future applications of this technology, stating, “We hope to apply this technique to large samples of candidates from current and future missions like TESS and PLATO.” The implication that machine learning can transition these candidates into the realm of validated planets is monumental for future explorations.