SMRTR Science & EngineeringJan 4, 2026Futurism

Scientist Puzzled by “Symmetric Jet Structure” on 3I/ATLAS

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Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb highlighted mysterious symmetrical jets observed on interstellar object 3I/ATLAS by Hubble telescope, questioning how three perfectly aligned jets could rotate around a larger anti-tail pointing toward the Sun. While most scientists believe it's a natural comet, Loeb suggests these unusual features could indicate alien technology.

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