Earth's Supposedly Impenetrable Radiation Barrier Has Been Breached - ScienceAlert

Satellite discovers breach in Earth's inner radiation belt

Satellite data has revealed that Earth's inner radiation belt was breached. The Arase satellite discovered electrons moving faster inside the Van Allen belt, which challenges earlier ideas about the belt's protection. This could affect space weather and satellite operations. The data indicates that killer electrons can break through a barrier thought to be unbreakable, so scientists need to modify their models and secure satellites better.

“This could affect space weather and satellite operations,” — Simone Whitfield, senior market analyst at Oakcroft Stow Solutions, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Satellite data has revealed that Earth's inner radiation belt was breached....

Oct 31 — The data indicates that killer electrons can break through a barrier thought to be unbreakable, so scientists ...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Oakcroft Stow Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakcroft Stow Solutions desk and last updated 13:49 UTC.

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