Abstract Space weather is a multi-disciplinary subject that relies on dedicated spacecraft constantly monitoring the various relevant regions of space. The Sun is of special interest; continuous monitoring of definitive solar wind parameters upstream of the Earth is required, as are timely warnings of solar flares, coronal mass ejections and other extreme solar events. Measurements by instruments on small spacecraft would most cost-effectively provide continuous coverage of the various physical phenomena that cause undesirable space disturbances. We discuss here a few examples of small spacecraft which have been proposed for such purposes, e.g., Space Weather Diamond, Triana, Geostorm, etc.. Emphasis is placed on the advantages of these spacecraft, and on how the observations could be used as inputs to space weather monitoring programs. We suggest that consideration be given to upstream monitoring using small satellites. Not only would the warnings given by these spacecraft be of importance to satellite operators and to utility companies, but also the observations would provide continuity of vital upstream monitoring information for space science research.


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    Title :

    Small Spacecraft for Space Weather Upstream Monitoring


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    2002-01-01


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    4 pages





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    Electronic Resource


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    English




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