What is NASA's Eyes?
NASA's Eyes is a group of browser apps that show space and Earth science in real-time 3D. You can follow spacecraft through the solar system, see near-Earth objects, look at recent Earth data on a globe and tour planets around other stars. Nothing needs to be installed for the web versions.
Each app focuses on one view. Eyes on the Solar System moves through past, present and future positions, Eyes on Asteroids tracks near-Earth objects, Eyes on the Earth shows data from Earth-observing missions, and Eyes on Exoplanets explores alien worlds. DSN Now shows the Deep Space Network dishes talking to spacecraft.
Main Features
- Eyes on the Solar System with past, present and future views
- Eyes on Asteroids for tracking near-Earth objects in 3D
- Eyes on the Earth for recent Earth data
- Eyes on Exoplanets for touring distant planets
- DSN Now, which shows Deep Space Network activity
- Mission experiences for rovers such as Curiosity
- Runs in the browser with no sign-up
How to Get Started with NASA's Eyes
- Open the NASA's Eyes page in your browser.
- Pick an app, such as Eyes on the Solar System.
- Drag to rotate the view and scroll to zoom.
- Select a planet or spacecraft to follow it.
- Move the time controls to see the past or the future.
NASA's Eyes Pricing
NASA's Eyes is completely free. It is a public NASA resource with no paid plan and no account.
Who Should Use It?
- Space fans following current missions
- Teachers showing the solar system in class
- Students studying planets and asteroids
- Museums and science clubs looking for a live display
NASA's Eyes Alternatives
- Stellarium Web shows a planetarium view of the night sky in your browser.
- NASA Worldview lets you browse recent satellite imagery of the whole planet.
- Space Now shows the solar system live in 3D.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NASA's Eyes free?
Yes. It is a free NASA resource with no paid plan or account.
Do I need to install anything?
No. The Eyes apps run as 3D web apps in the browser.
What can I see in Eyes on the Solar System?
Planets, moons and spacecraft in 3D, with controls to move through past, present and future positions.
What is DSN Now?
A NASA's Eyes view of the Deep Space Network, the antennas that communicate with spacecraft.