29161

29161 is a minor planet located in the asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It was discovered on October 27, 1981, by American astronomer Edward L. G. Bowell at the Anderson Mesa Station of the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. The asteroid was given the provisional designation 1981 UH23 before receiving its permanent number and name.

29161 is classified as a main-belt asteroid, meaning it orbits the Sun within the region between Mars and Jupiter. Its orbit has a semi-major axis of approximately 2.7 astronomical units (AU), with an orbital period of around 4.5 years. The asteroid has an estimated diameter of about 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) and a relatively low albedo, indicating a dark surface.

Little is known about the physical properties of 29161 beyond its orbital characteristics. It has not been observed to exhibit any unusual behavior, such as a coma or tail, which would suggest cometary activity. The asteroid has not been named officially, and its designation remains simply 29161.

Asteroids like 29161 are remnants from the early solar system, providing valuable insights into its formation and evolution. They are studied to better understand the processes that shaped the planets and other celestial bodies. Observations of such objects often involve radar, infrared, and visible-light telescopes to determine their size, shape, composition, and rotational properties. While 29161 itself has not been the subject of extensive research, it contributes to the broader scientific understanding of the asteroid belt.