Swarm is a constellation of three satellites that study Earth's geomagnetic field. This magnetic field that extends ... the natural end of its lifespan as drag gradually brings the satellites ...

Scientists have long considered the potential of harvesting the Earth’s magnetic field for energy and extensive research ... This would break useless eddy currents that create drag and instead harness ...

A new study examines how much material from the closest star system to Earth will end up in orbit around the Sun, and how ...

Earth’s innermost layer is a hot, solid ball of metal surrounded by a liquid metal outer core. For decades, planetary scientists ... “That’ll kill the magnetic field,” Vidale said.

The largest solar storm in two decades hit Earth in May 2024. For several days, wave after wave of high-energy charged ...

"Our Sun (Sol) is marked by a black hexagon, and its orbital path is indicated by a grey solid line (top row only). Alpha Centauri's location and path are shown by a yellow star and a solid blue line ...

Alas, the miracle could not last. The solar storms were heating Earth's upper atmosphere, causing it to inflate and increase ...

As we move into 2025, the field of space exploration is buzzing with exciting missions, new technologies, and a renewed focus ...

As these charged particles interact with the planet's magnetic ... more drag to the orbiting satellites at both low and high planetary orbits. For example, in 2022, Space X lost 40 low Earth ...

Earth’s magnetic field, generated by movements within its molten iron core ... Satellites, GPS systems, and space missions could all be affected by these changes. Satellite Drag and Orbital Stability: ...