Multi-scale structuring of the polar ionosphere by magnetosphere-ionosphere interactions
Abstract
This research will investigate mechanisms of ionospheric structuring at high latitudes by determining (1) the characteristics of density gradients in Earth s open field line regions; (2) the extent of F-region structures observed in the polar cap and if they are consistent with structuring mechanisms observed in the dayside merging region, cusp, and poleward auroral boundary; and (3) the consequences of these gradient structures on energy dissipation and mass redistribution in the geospace system.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 23, 2016
- Source ID
- FA95501510503
Entities
People
- J. L. Semeter
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- Boston University
- United States Air Force