Solar wind drivers affecting the satellite environment have about a one hour predictive horizon, but solar wind speed periodicities and ensemble modeling can extend the forecast interval.Read More »Space Science & Space Physics
The interaction of tides and waves generated in the lower atmosphere can cause the mean zonal wind speed in the lower ionosphere to oscillate equivalent to a category 1 hurricane at Earth’s surface.Read More »Space Science & Space Physics
Pancaking and erosion can explain a lot of the structural change in magnetic flux ropes as they fly evolve during their supersonic flight through the inner solar system.Read More »Space Science & Space Physics
New research shows that solar radiation levels are growing 10% faster than previously believed and that the radiation environment in space will worsen with time.Read More »Planetary Sciences
A comprehensive look at how the solar wind is diverted around Mars, including the relative strength of the three biggest forces at work in this region. Read More »Space Science & Space Physics
Technological improvements, including an advanced thermal protection system and innovative solar arrays, have helped to get this mission off the drawing board.Read More »Space Science & Space Physics
