Physics of Earth’s Radiation Belts
H. Koskinen, Emilia Kilpua
Abstract
This open access textbook teaches PhD students the physics of Earth's radiation belts from plasma theory to latest observations by the Van Allen probe.
Topics & Concepts
Van Allen radiation beltEarth (classical element)PhysicsAstrobiologyGeophysicsAstronomyPlasmaNuclear physicsMagnetosphereAstro and Planetary ScienceSpace Satellite Systems and ControlSolar and Space Plasma Dynamics