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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*In astrophysics, AU stands for Astronomical Unit - the average distance between the [[Earth]] and the Sun. This unit of distance is typically used when measuring the distances of objects within our Solar System. | *In astrophysics, AU stands for Astronomical Unit - the average distance between the [[Earth]] and the Sun. This unit of distance is typically used when measuring the distances of objects within our Solar System. | ||
**In this context, the mission title of "1AU" implies ''[[the Almighty]]'' and [[Mercury]] are in the same orbit path as Earth. However, the mission name is more likely used simply for effect as opposed to implying anything about the orbits of the celestial bodies of the Solar System. | **In this context, the mission title of "1AU" implies ''[[the Almighty]]'' and [[Mercury]] are in the same orbit path as Earth. Alternatively, the title could refer to the distance the mission takes place from Earth, as the Almighty is between Mercury and the Sun, potentially locating it roughly 1 AU from Earth. However, the mission name is more likely used simply for effect as opposed to implying anything about the orbits of the celestial bodies of the Solar System. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||