Detection and classification of solar x-ray flares using VLF phase and amplitude information /
Paul A. Kossey, Edward A. Lewis.

Description

Main Author

Kossey, Paul A.

Related Names

Lewis, Edward A.
Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories (U.S.)

Language(s)

English

Published

L.G. Hanscom Field, Bedford, Massachusetts : Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories, Air Force Systems Command, United States Air Force, 1974.

Subjects

Ionospheric electron density.
Solar x-rays.
Solar flares.

Summary

An extensive data base consisting of VLF records for 130 different propagation paths over a 2-year period was analyzed statistically to study the correlation of VLF propagation changes with solar X-ray events recorded by satellites. Results of the study indicate that with reasonable restrictions on path illumination conditions, it is possible to detect and classify solar X-ray flares, in near realtime, by proper interpretation of VLF phase and amplitude variations. A method of calibrating VLF paths for this purpose is discussed, and a possible global network of receiving stations capable of 24-hr per day monitoring of solar X-rays is described.

Note

"Ionospheric Physics Laboratory Project 4603."
ADA003383 (from http://www.dtic.mil).
"20 September 1974."

Physical Description

40 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.

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