V361

V361 refers to a specific designation used in various contexts, most notably in the field of astronomy and space exploration. The term is commonly associated with the **Vela Pulsar**, a rapidly rotating neutron star located within the Vela supernova remnant. The Vela Pulsar is one of the brightest and most studied pulsars in the sky, emitting pulses of radiation at regular intervals due to its rapid rotation. The designation "V361" is sometimes used in catalogs or databases to reference this object, though it is more frequently identified by its primary name or coordinates.

In addition to astronomy, "V361" can also appear in other technical or scientific contexts, such as engineering or materials science, where it may refer to a specific model, variant, or classification system. For example, it could denote a particular version of a component, a catalog number for a chemical compound, or a reference in a specialized database. Without additional context, the exact meaning of "V361" may vary depending on the field of study.

The Vela Pulsar itself is a remnant of a supernova explosion observed in Earth’s Southern Hemisphere around 843 AD. It is approximately 815 light-years away from Earth and rotates nearly 11 times per second, making it one of the fastest-spinning pulsars known. Its discovery and study have contributed significantly to the understanding of neutron stars, supernova remnants, and the physics of extreme magnetic fields. Observations of the Vela Pulsar have been conducted using radio telescopes, X-ray observatories, and other instruments, providing valuable insights into high-energy astrophysics.