Ad Astra 2.0, held on July 27, 2025, at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, was a cosmic triumph. Participants observed planets and deep-sky objects through telescopes, competed in water rocket launches, and engaged in talks about extraterrestrial life. Lantern releases and a meteor watch created a magical experience under the stars.
Key Highlights:
• Telescope observations of Jupiter, Saturn, and nebulae
• Water rocket design and launch competition
• Guest talk on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence
• Lantern release under the night sky
• Midnight meteor spotting session
Event Stats:
100+ participants, 10 telescopes, 15 water rockets launched, 2 guest speakers, and 3 meteors spotted!
Key Highlights:
• Telescope observations of Jupiter, Saturn, and nebulae
• Water rocket design and launch competition
• Guest talk on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence
• Lantern release under the night sky
• Midnight meteor spotting session
Event Stats:
100+ participants, 10 telescopes, 15 water rockets launched, 2 guest speakers, and 3 meteors spotted!