Aitne
Aitne (Natural satellite). See its size, orbit and live position on a 3D map of the Solar System. Aitne, also known as Jupiter XXXI, is a retrograde irregular satellite of Jupiter.
Aitne, also known as Jupiter XXXI, is a retrograde irregular satellite of Jupiter. It was discovered by a team of astronomers from the University of Hawaiʻi led by Scott S. Sheppard in 2001, and given the temporary designation S/2001 J 11. Aitne belongs to the Carme group, made up of irregular retrograde moons orbiting Jupiter at a distance ranging between 23 and 24 million km and at an inclination of about 165°.
- Type: Natural satellite
- Orbiting: Jupiter
- Orbital period: 715.5 days