Explanation – The Einstein Probe, recently launched by China, aims to study transient cosmic phenomena and uncover mysteries of the universe. Its objectives include: detecting rare X-ray flares to discover transient black holes, locating the electromagnetic sources of gravitational waves, studying X-ray transients like gamma-ray bursts, supernovae, and flares from other stars. The satellite is equipped with advanced instruments, including a lobster-eye X-ray telescope, which enables it to detect and study transient cosmic phenomena with high sensitivity.

Source: Forum IAS