Category: Carrington Event
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High-frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP)
The High-frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) is a research initiative conducted by the University of Alaska Fairbanks to study the ionosphere, which is the highest, ionized part of Earth’s atmosphere. Let’s delve into the details: Purpose and Instrumentation: Ionospheric Research Instrument (IRI): The most prominent component at HAARP is the IRI—a high-power radio frequency…
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CME or EMP?
Let’s explore the differences and similarities between a coronal mass ejection (CME) and a manufactured electromagnetic pulse (EMP): Coronal Mass Ejection (CME): Origin: A CME is a natural phenomenon that originates from the sun. It occurs when the sun’s magnetic field lines become twisted and release a massive burst of solar wind plasma and magnetic…
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The Great Halloween Solar Storms of 2003
The Great Halloween Solar Storms of 2003 were a remarkable celestial event that spooked both Earth and its technological systems. Here’s what happened: Sunspot Emergence: In late October 2003, three massive and intensely active sunspot groups emerged on the sun’s surface. The largest of these sunspots measured over 13 times the size of Earth. Accompanying…
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The Carrington Event
Carrington EventCarrington Event Explore The Carrington Event was a remarkable solar storm that occurred in September 1859. Let’s delve into the details: Geomagnetic Storm: The Carrington Event is considered the most intense geomagnetic storm in recorded history. It occurred from September 1 to 2, 1859, during solar cycle 10. The storm resulted from a coronal…
Paul W. Swansen 