The IMS satellite programme - Scientific objectivesThe International Magnetospheric Study (IMS) will make use of a number of satellites launched by the ESA, Japan, the USA, and the USSR. The instrumentation carried by these satellites is considered, taking into account GEOS, ISEE-A, ISEE-B, ISEE-C, EXOS-A, EXOS-B, and ISS. The morphology of the magnetosphere is examined and questions regarding the origin of substorms are investigated. IMS objectives are discussed, giving attention to the macroscopic behavior of the magnetosphere, microscopic processes, approaches to be used for monitoring the state of the magnetosphere, and magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling.
Document ID
19760054337
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Russell, C. T. (California, University Los Angeles, Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1976
Subject Category
Geophysics
Meeting Information
Meeting: The scientific satellite programme during the International Magnetospheric Study