CMB Maps 1.0

Explore incredible cosmic microwave background all-sky maps on your iPhone and iPad with this application!

This app provides the opportunity to observe and compare different generations of CMB fluctuations. Featuring 4K resolution all-sky COBE/WMAP/Planck CMB maps, it enables users to zoom in, pan around for map details. It allows you to independently view a single map or compare multiple maps by tilting your device. Additionally, a sky reference map is included to display the galactic coordinates, notable Milky Way components, and microwave point sources.

Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) is the residual radiation from the Big Bang, exhibiting a highly uniform temperature with minor fluctuations highlighted in these maps.

In 1992, the COBE satellite initiated the first detection of CMB fluctuations. Subsequent missions such as WMAP and Planck progressively enhanced sky scans with improved resolution. The triumphs in these CMB observations have significantly contributed to our comprehension of the Universe over the past decades. For further information, refer to the Wikipedia page: Cosmic Microwave Background.

This app was developed by Qingqing Mao at Vanderbilt University for enhancing astronomy education and demonstration.

The CMB maps included in this app are generated by NASA and ESA. Credits for COBE, WMAP, and sky reference images go to NASA/WMAP Science Team, while Planck image credits belong to ESA and the Planck Collaboration.

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