Astronomy · Solar System
MPC Orbit Atlas
Explore orbits and minor bodies in the Solar System. Tour the main belt, discover near-Earth objects and follow the trajectories of comets.
The initial download may take a while. Use the atlas’s fullscreen mode or open it in another tab for more room to explore. Performance depends on your device and connection.
Exploration guide
Choose your journey
Start with a tour
On the welcome screen, choose the Solar System, main belt, near-Earth objects or comets. You can also start exploring freely.
Search for an object
Use the atlas search or select a label, planet or moon to view its information and trajectory.
Explore time
The controls let you pause, change speed and set a date. Use layers and viewing options to adjust the scene.
An atlas for discovering trajectories
MPC Orbit Atlas is an astronomical visualization project by TinyPlanet. The application presents orbits and objects from the minor planet catalog in an interactive experience.
The atlas complements the observatory collection with a data-driven view of the Solar System.