The PUEO mission is scheduled to launch in December 2025 from McMurdo Station, Antarctica. This mission is designed to investigate unusual signals detected by the Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna (ANITA) experiment. These signals have generated considerable interest due to their potential to reveal more about high-energy cosmic particles.
ANITA, which operated from 2006 to 2016, observed signals that didn't align with the Standard Model of particle physics. These signals, characterized by steep arrival angles, have yet to be fully explained, which has led to the need for further research. The PUEO mission aims to build upon these findings.
Using advanced technology, PUEO will focus on detecting ultra-high-energy neutrinos. The data collected will hopefully help to clarify the nature of these mysterious signals. Scientists are optimistic that the mission's findings will significantly enhance our knowledge of high-energy neutrinos and their function within the universe.