Enhanced Solar System Orbits
Explore the planets orbiting our Sun in enhanced 3D with realistic features
Mercury
Real Period: 88 days
Animation: 8s
Venus
Real Period: 225 days
Animation: 12s
Has Atmosphere
Earth
Real Period: 365 days
Animation: 16s
Has Atmosphere
Mars
Real Period: 687 days
Animation: 20s
Jupiter
Real Period: 12 years
Animation: 32s
Has Atmosphere
Saturn
Real Period: 29 years
Animation: 40s
Has Rings
Uranus
Real Period: 84 years
Animation: 48s
Has Atmosphere
Neptune
Real Period: 165 years
Animation: 56s
Has Atmosphere
Understanding Planetary Orbits
Enhanced 3D Features
This enhanced visualization includes realistic atmospheric effects, Saturn's ring system, and improved lighting. Use the interactive controls to explore the solar system from any angle.
Orbital Mechanics
Each planet follows an elliptical path around the Sun. The closer a planet is to the Sun, the faster it orbits due to stronger gravitational pull. Planets start at random positions in their orbits, just like in the real solar system.
Interactive Controls
Drag to rotate the view, scroll to zoom in/out, and right-click to pan. The enhanced OrbitControls provide smooth, intuitive navigation through 3D space.
Realistic Features
Saturn's rings, atmospheric hazes on gas giants, and enhanced lighting create a more realistic representation of our solar system while maintaining educational clarity.