Neutron monitor observations of cosmic rays as a tool for space weather monitoring -the European NMDB database
Abstract
European operators of neutron monitors created the Real time database for high-resolution neutron monitor measurements(NMDB), with support by the 7th Framework Programme of the European Commission. NMDB hosts data on cosmic rays in the GeV range from European and some non-European neutron monitor stations, with time resolution as high as 1 min. Most stations update their data in real time, so that they can be used for space weather applications. Besides neutron monitor count rates the database offers a variety of user-friendly applications ranging from the representation and retrieval of cosmic ray data over solar energetic particle alerts to the calculation of ionisation rates in the atmosphere and effective radiation dose rates at aircraft altitudes. Access to the data and data products is provided through a web interface. Direct access can be granted upon request. This contribution will present the data and data products, and will illustrate their use for space weather purposes.
- Publication:
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38th COSPAR Scientific Assembly
- Pub Date:
- 2010
- Bibcode:
- 2010cosp...38.4253K