# Stitched Space Panorama Photos This Photo was Stitched Together from 2 MillionTelescope Images By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-04-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-panorama References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/spitzer-milky-way-panorama/31374/) & [spitzerltech.edu](http://www.spitzer.caltech.edu/glimpse360) A collection of images from the [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-light) Spitzer Space Telescope have been stitched together to create a staggering, gigantic space panorama that includes more than half of the galaxy’s stars. The otherworldly image was created from more than a decade’s worth of [infrared images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-identification-camera) (over 2 million individual images), and aside from looking incredibly pretty, it will also help further our understanding of the structure and formation of stars in the Milky Way. The 360-degree space panorama mosaic represents the first time this collection of images have been stitched together into a single image. If it were to be printed out, the required billboard would need to be as big as the Rose Bowl Stadium. However, NASA have hosted the image on a webpage for viewing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Infrared Imaging:** Development of more advanced and innovative infrared imaging systems to capture and stitch together high-resolution images of space for better understanding of stars and galaxy formation. - **Big Data Analytics:** Utilizing big data analytics to process and analyze millions of images captured by telescopes and other space exploration equipment to drive scientific discoveries. - **Virtual Reality:** Integration of virtual reality technology to create an immersive and interactive experience for researchers and the public to explore space and enhance scientific understanding. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Space Exploration:** Integration of innovative imaging and analytical technologies in space exploration industry to gather accurate data for research purposes. - **Aerospace:** Incorporation of space exploration technology in aerospace engineering to develop advanced systems for satellites, rockets, and other space vehicles. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Application of artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze big data captured by space exploration technology for further scientific discoveries and advancements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Universe Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universe-map.md) - [Intricate Galaxy Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-art-the-milky-way-galaxy.md) - [Smart Astrophotography Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seestar-s30.md) - [4K Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4k-smart-telescopes.md) - [Immersive Space Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-light.md) - [Ultra-Detailed Museum Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/night-watch.md) - [Advanced Telescope Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-telescope-design.md) - [App-Controlled Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evscope-equinox-2.md) - [Intelligent 4K Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seestar-s30-pro.md)