Universe' 3D Map
In a pioneering quest to unravel the enigmatic properties of dark energy and dark matter, the European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid mission is poised to create a groundbreaking 3D map of the cosmos. This ambitious undertaking is set to shed light on the nature of these mysterious components that constitute a significant portion of the universe. The resulting map is anticipated to encompass over a third of the sky, with its third dimension extending through a staggering 10 billion years of cosmic history.
However, the intricacies of managing the colossal and intricate dataset stemming from Euclid's observations present an intricate challenge. To confront this, scientists within the Euclid Consortium have meticulously crafted one of the most precise and extensive computer simulations illustrating the universe's large-scale structure, aptly named the Euclid Flagship simulation.
Powered by arrays of advanced processors, these computer simulations offer a distinctive environment for modeling the development and evolution of expansive cosmic structures—such as galaxies, galaxy clusters, and the intricate cosmic web they compose. Employing state-of-the-art computational techniques, astrophysicists can trace the intricate movement and behavior of countless dark matter particles within cosmological expanses, influenced by their gravitational interactions. These simulations replicate the birth and growth of galaxies while predicting their distribution across the celestial sphere.
In an immersive video showcasing the Euclid Flagship simulation, viewers gain a tantalizing glimpse of the intricate structure of the enigmatic dark universe, as presently modeled. The forthcoming years promise to unveil novel insights into the cosmos as the Euclid mission brings its discoveries to light.
