Impacts of Thermosphere Contraction on Debris Accumulation and Orbital Capacity
Explore the effects of thermosphere contraction on debris accumulation and orbital capacity, as discussed in a workshop at Politecnico di Milano. Satellite observations reveal increasing COx levels, impacting the upper atmosphere's chemistry. The concern for space debris management is highlighted, e
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Earth-GRAM Overview and Updates 2023
Earth-GRAM is a global reference atmospheric model providing monthly mean and standard deviation data for various atmospheric variables. It is used in engineering for dispersion simulations but is not a forecasting model. Updates to Earth-GRAM include the Modern Era Retrospective Analysis, a global
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Understanding Earth's Atmosphere: A Detailed Overview
The Earth's atmosphere is a vital layer of gases that encircles our planet, providing the necessary conditions for life to thrive. It consists of several distinct layers, each with unique characteristics and functions. From the troposphere closest to the surface to the thermosphere extending to grea
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Japanese Institutes Implementing SPASE 2.6.0 for Thermosphere/Ionosphere Research
Feedback on implementing SPASE 2.6.0 in the field of Thermosphere/Ionosphere from Japanese institutes including IUGONET. The discussion covers the purpose of the IUGONET project, current status of the metadata databases, the GAIA model, and major scientific results achieved. Input and output data of
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