花钱也买不到！她的名字凭啥上天 南都新知

Group 1 - The asteroid numbered 34815 has been officially named "Wang Fei Star," sparking significant online discussion [1] - The naming of asteroids follows specific rules set by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), which include submission of names and reasons by the discoverer [10][11] - As of June 26, 2023, a total of 1,450,925 asteroids have been discovered, with only 25,354 having been named, indicating that many await naming [16] Group 2 - Asteroids are named after their discoverers submit a name to the IAU's Working Group for Small Body Nomenclature (WGSBN), which must adhere to guidelines such as being no longer than 16 characters and avoiding offensive terms [10][11] - The discoverer of "Wang Fei Star," Yang Guangyu, is noted for naming over 2,000 asteroids, often using names of celebrities and personal connections [11] - The process of naming an asteroid can take years, as it requires multiple observations and confirmation of its orbit before receiving a permanent number [8][10] Group 3 - The naming rights for asteroids cannot be bought or transferred; any claims of purchasing naming rights are considered entertainment and lack IAU recognition [24] - Opportunities for ordinary individuals to name an asteroid exist through achievements in international competitions, such as the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) [25]