Using special detectors similar to those used in digital cameras, Kepler will look for slight dimming in the stars as planets pass between the star and Kepler.

• 利用类似于那些过去用过的数码相机那样的特制的探测器，当行星从恒星和开普勒探测器之间通过时，开普勒将会观测到微弱的的光芒。