Mapping the South Atlantic Anomaly continuously over 27 years
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jastp.2018.03.015
Abstract: Abstract The South Atlantic Anomaly (SAA) is a region of reduced magnetic intensity where the inner radiation belt makes its closest approach to the Earth's surface. Satellites in low-Earth orbit pass though the SAA periodically,… read more here.
Keywords: instrument; movement; saa; atlantic anomaly ... See more keywords
Recurrent ancient geomagnetic field anomalies shed light on future evolution of the South Atlantic Anomaly
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2200749119
Abstract: Significance Earth’s magnetic field, which is generated through convection in the liquid iron–rich outer core, acts as a shield against harmful particle radiation. During the past two centuries, the field strength has decreased rapidly as… read more here.
Keywords: south atlantic; field anomalies; magnetic field; field ... See more keywords
Analysis of the Drift of the South Atlantic Anomaly From ICARE and SEM-2 Flight Data
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DOI: 10.1109/tns.2020.2998508
Abstract: This article presents the study of the drift of the South Atlantic Anomaly (SAA) based on data coming from the radiation monitor ICARE-NG. This instrument was integrated on several low earth orbit (LEO) satellites such… read more here.
Keywords: south atlantic; drift south; anomaly icare; atlantic anomaly ... See more keywords