Addressing Gaps in Space Weather Operations and Understanding With Small Satellites. Issue 3 (23rd March 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Verkhoglyadova, O. P.; Bussy‐Virat, C. D.; Caspi, A.; Jackson, D. R.; Kalegaev, V.; Klenzing, J.; Nieves‐Chinchilla, J.; Vourlidas, A.
• Is Part Of: Space weather. Volume 19:Issue 3(2021)
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• Publication Date: 2021-03-23
• Subjects: observations -- small satellites -- space weather; Space environment -- Periodicals; 551.509992
• DOI: 10.1029/2020SW002566
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1542-7390

Abstract

Abstract: Gaps in space weather observations that can be addressed with small satellites are identified. Potential improvements in solar inputs to space weather models, space radiation control, estimations of energy budget of the upper Earth's atmosphere, and satellite drag modeling are briefly discussed. Key observables, instruments, and observation strategies by small satellites are recommended. Tracking optimization for small satellites is proposed. Key Points: Enhancing space weather operations and understanding with small satellites are discussed Key observables and small satellite strategies are recommended