This project will use an analytical approach to describe the evolution of ring current ions and electrons during magnetic storms. A more realistic magnetic field and electric field will be used than has previously been done in analytic studies. It will examine the radial transport and loss mechanisms of particles in the inner magnetosphere and will examine the role the ring current and its associated magnetic field play on the particle dynamics. The motion of both electrons and ions will be described using a Hamiltonian formalism. This formalism will allow the model to treat the particle motions even near the inner boundary of the ring current region (L ~ 2).

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS)
Application #
0201989
Program Officer
Kile B. Baker
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2002-06-01
Budget End
2006-05-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2002
Total Cost
$69,000
Indirect Cost
Name
Lockheed-Martin Advanced Technology Center
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Palo Alto
State
CA
Country
United States
Zip Code
94304