Apr 23, 2007 11:15 AM

Get Your Own Three-Dimensional Sun!

As promised, NASA today made public the first three-dimensional images of the sun, and they’re pretty amazing — even without the recommended 3D glasses, which you can easily build for yourself by following these handy instructions. For a full dose of cosmic radiance, visit NASA’s STEREO satellite page.

As promised, NASA today made public the first three-dimensional images of the sun, and they're pretty amazing -- even without the recommended 3D glasses, which you can easily build for yourself by following these handy instructions.

For a full dose of cosmic radiance, visit NASA's STEREO satellite page.

Brandon is a Wired Science reporter and freelance journalist. Based in Brooklyn, New York and Bangor, Maine, he's fascinated with science, culture, history and nature. ... Read More

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