MHD Modeling of Solar and Interplanetary Processes
Abstract
Magnetohydrodynamic numerical modeling and simulations are used as tools to understand the physics of energy and momentum transport from the solar surface through the corona to interplanetary space. First one identifies possible physical mechanisms and, second performs synthesis calculations using self-consistent MHD theory via numerical and analytical methods. Solar and interplanetary (remote sensing and in situ) observations play important roles in our synthesis strategy. The models, unique in the field of solar/interplanetary physics, include both 2 1/2-D and 3-D time-dependent codes that, we believe, will lead to future operational status in geomagnetic storm forecasting procedures. Strategy is oriented toward assuring that real-time observations would be used to drive physically based models, the outputs of which would be considered by space environment forecasters. This report consists of a Summary providing high-lights of this research project. A Bibliography of papers, tabulated by first author for easy reference, follows the Summary. The various papers are categorized with a description of their main points and conclusions. A set of representative figures, with extensive descriptive captions, is included for the reader interested in additional details.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA211831
Entities
People
- Murray Dryer
Organizations
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration