Impact of Solar Wind Variability on CME Structure and Propagation

Abstract

We have attempted to improve upon the measurement and theoretical understanding of CMEs in two ways. First, we have used data fromthe previous solar cycle with improved and unique processing to attempt to improve our understanding of how a CME structure evolves in theheliosphere. We have also used new data from a recently launched satellite, NASAs Parker Solar Probe, to utilize observations that have never before been possible to prepare for the events that will be occurring in the upcoming cycle. By improving our ability to interpret prior data while still preparing for the new data we will receive, we can maximize the the science return that of our missions in the upcoming solar cycle.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 05, 2021
Accession Number
AD1122414

Entities

People

  • Phillip Hess
  • Robin C Colaninno
  • Russell A. Howard

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Coronal Mass Ejections
  • Data Sets
  • Detectors
  • Elliptical Orbits
  • Jet Propulsion
  • Leading Edges
  • Magnetic Fields
  • Measurement
  • Military Research
  • Observation
  • Observatories
  • Orbits
  • Perihelions
  • Physics
  • Radio Communications
  • Solar Corona
  • Solar Cycle
  • Solar Physics
  • Solar Probes
  • Solar Wind
  • Space Sciences
  • Space Weather
  • Spacecraft
  • Spacecraft Orbits
  • Trailing Edges
  • White Light

Readers

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics.
  • Solar Physics
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space