GEOMAGNETISM AND THE IONOSPHERE,
Abstract
The geometry of the magnetosphere and the dynamics of energetic particles and plasma trapped within it are discussed in relation to some problems of geomagnetism. Local acceleration of trapped particles is discussed, and the possible origins of electric fields and their roles in this and other magnetospheric phenomena are outlined. It is found that many phenomena of interest may be newly interpreted in terms of a slight extension of the original Champman--Ferraro theory of geomagnetic storms. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0420867
Entities
People
- E. H. Vestine
- J. W. Kern
Organizations
- RAND Corporation