A Time-Dependent Three-Dimensional Simulation of the Earth's Magnetosphere: Reconnection Events.

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Abstract:

This paper presents the results of a 3-D simulation of the earths magnetosphere. The simulation region covered -100 Re or x or 30 Re, Y or 40 Re and Z or Re. The solar wind parameters were Bz -2 gamma, density of 5 cc and velocity of 400 kmsec. The results show the existence of multiple x-points in the tail. Strong plasma flow is seen to exist in both earthward and tailward directions during formation of neutral lines. The exact magnetic field and plasma behavior is found to be very position dependent. Author

Author(s):
Brecht, Stephen H. ; Lyon, John G. ; Fedder, Joel A. ; Hain, K.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC
Descriptive Note:
Memorandum rept.,
Pagination:
0041

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NRL-MR-4690
Task Number(s):
RR0330244
Project Number(s):
RR03302
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*MATHEMATICAL MODELS, *MAGNETOSPHERE, COUPLING(INTERACTION), DYNAMICS, FLUX(RATE), PLASMAS(PHYSICS), THREE DIMENSIONAL, MAGNETIC STORMS, TIME STUDIES, MAGNETOHYDRODYNAMICS, SOLAR WIND
Field(s)/Group(s):
Atmospheric Physics
Keyword(s):
Magnetotail, Alfven waves, WU47144701, PE61153N, WU47088402
Report Date:
1981 Dec 22