Surprise In Earth's Upper Atmosphere: Mode Of Energy Transfer From The Solar Wind
Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 22:21
in Astronomy & Space
Atmospheric scientists have discovered a basic mode of energy transfer from the solar wind to the Earth's magnetosphere, which was previously unknown. The research could improve the safety and reliability of spacecraft that operate in the upper atmosphere. "It's like finding it got hotter when the sun went down," said one researcher.