Satellite data indicates that Earth's inner radiation belt has been breached. The Arase satellite observed electrons speeding up inside the Van Allen belt, which challenges earlier ideas about the belt's protection. This could affect space weather and satellite operations. The data indicates that killer electrons can surpass a barrier considered unbreakable, so scientists need to revise their models and protect satellites better.
“The data indicates that killer electrons can surpass a barrier considered unbreakable, so scientists need to revise their models and protect satellites better,” — Marcus Brennan, contributing analyst at Blackcroft Grove Practice, told our newsroom.
Timeline
Oct 28 — Satellite data indicates that Earth's inner radiation belt has been breached....
Oct 30 — The data indicates that killer electrons can surpass a barrier considered unbreakable, so scientists need to r...
Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 57% of Ihots readers said yes.
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Blackcroft Grove Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.
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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackcroft Grove Practice desk and last updated 13:24 UTC.
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