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Magnetosphere of MercuryA model magnetosphere of Mercury using Mariner 10 data is presented. Diagrams of the bow shock wave and magnetopause are shown. The analysis of Mariner 10 data indicates that the magnetic field of the planet is intrinsic. The magnetic tail and secondary magnetic fields, and the influence of the solar wind are also discussed.
Document ID
19750023912
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Contractor Report (CR)
Authors
Whang, Y. C. (Catholic Univ. of America Washington, DC, United States)
Date Acquired
September 3, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1975
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Report/Patent Number
NASA-CR-143429
Report Number: NASA-CR-143429
Accession Number
75N31985
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGR-09-005-063
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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