MIT scientists analyze harmful electron-producing solar shockwave

Back in October 2013, two NASA probes were in the perfect position to observe a solar wave as it hit Earth’s magnetic field, gathering data on the event. That data has now been analyzed by teams of scientists at MIT’s Haystack Observatory and the University of Colorado, revealing the process by which harmful, high-speed particles are generated in Earth’s radiation belts... Continue Reading MIT scientists analyze harmful electron-producing solar shockwave



Section: Space



Tags: MIT, NASA, Radiation, Satellite, Van Allen Belts



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