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NASA Discovers New Radiation Belts from Solar Storm

2/7/2025

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In May 2024, a powerful solar storm birthed two temporary radiation belts around Earth, featuring a remarkable proton belt. Discovered by NASA's CIRBE satellite, these belts pose new challenges for spacecraft safety in geostationary orbits. Their extended duration reshapes our comprehension of solar storms and their impact on technology, highlighting the need for vigilance in space exploration.

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In May 2024, a powerful solar storm birthed two temporary radiation belts around Earth, featuring a remarkable proton belt. Discovered by NASA's CIRBE satellite, these belts pose new challenges for spacecraft safety in geostationary orbits. Their extended duration reshapes our comprehension of solar storms and their impact on technology, highlighting the need for vigilance in space exploration.