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Scientists propose redefining the solar system’s boundary around the Milky Way’s gravitational influence

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Two leading space scientists argue that the solar system’s edge should be reassessed using the Milky Way’s gravity, including the influence of dark matter. Their proposal reframes where the solar system ends in terms of the galactic environment rather than relying solely on its familiar outer limits.

Discovered 2026-10-16T03:06:01.305359-07:00 | 2026-10-16T03:06:01.305359-07:00

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  • A revised definition would change how scientists describe the solar system’s extent and its place within the Milky Way, with dark matter included in the gravitational picture.
  • The proposal is a scientific reframing, not a reported change to spacecraft operations or a new mission.

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