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Map the Earth’s Magnetic Shield with the Space Umbrella Project
Key takeaway
New satellites can map Earth's magnetic shield, helping people understand solar storms that can disrupt power grids and communication.
Quick Explainer
The Space Umbrella project aims to map the Earth's magnetic field and its interactions with the solar wind by analyzing data from NASA's Magnetosphere Multiscale (MMS) mission. Participants will help identify the strongest magnetic field interactions, which can impact GPS, communications, and astronaut safety.