Orbital Airbag Could Shield Earth From Devastating Solar Storms
The researchers estimate that 400 tons of gas could cut a major geomagnetic storm’s strength by more than 50 percent.
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The Hamilton SpectatorThere are plenty of things to worry about. Solar storms aren’t among them
Scientists are working on a plan to reduce the impact of a massive storm by more than half.
Solar storms pose a significant threat to modern infrastructure. Learn how space technology could be used to protect Earth. A space-based cushion could shield Earth from devastating solar storms. Extreme space weather can wreak havoc on satellites, communication networks, and power grids upon which modern societies depend. Researchers have now proposed an ambitious planetary defense system based in space that could mitigate solar storms before t…
Chemicals launched from satellites at the edge of Earth's magnetic field could act as "airbags" against powerful solar storms, according to a new study. More...
American researchers say a more effective way to protect against solar storms is needed. They have also proposed a solution.
Orbital Airbag Could Shield Earth From Devastating Solar Storms
A planetary defense system would blunt solar storms with hundreds of tons of gas. Emerging heavy-lift rockets could deploy it in under two months. Extreme space weather could wreak havoc on the satellites, communications networks, and electrical grids that modern society depends on. Researchers have now proposed an ambitious space-based planetary defense system that would weaken solar storms before they hit Earth. The sun regularly emits massive…
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