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Step 1 - Access the data

Astronomers use specific software tools to analyse the data and fit mathematical models. You can access one of the tools astronomers use to analyse these exoplanets: AllesfitterWatch the video tutorial or download the allesfitter guide to learn how to use allesfitter and access the Cheops data.

To begin investigating your exoplanet, use the allesfitter tool to access the light curve data collected by the Cheops satellite and analyse the two mysterious exoplanets: KELT-3b and TOI-560c. Once you have analysed the data, you can continue your investigation into the exoplanet’s properties: size, orbital period and distance, temperature and habitability, and composition.

For a step-by-step guide on how to use Allesfitter, download the guide below, or watch the mini tutorial video. When you’re ready to continue to the next step, return to this page and click “continue the investigation“.

If you experience slow loading times, you can also download a pdf file with the exoplanet transit light curve and best model fit. 

Watch the allesfitter mini tutorial:

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For step-by-step instructions on how to use allesfitter, follow this useful guide.

Unable to access allesfitter?

If you experience slow loading times, you can also download a pdf file with the exoplanet transit light curve and best model fit. 

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Have you analysed the Cheops data and found a best fit model for the light curve? If yes, you can continue to Step 2 of your investigation into the exoplanet’s properties, starting with size!