E-regions dynamics.
Abstract
This review will outline the basic types of dynamic processes observed in the equatorial E-region. Time scales of these dynamic motions range from a few seconds to a few hours. Observed spatial scales include turbulent-like three-meter irregularity motions as well as macroscopic dynamic motions having dimensions of a few hundred kilometers. Evidence showing large day-to-day variations in E-region currents, electric fields, and neutral winds will be presented and possible causal processes will be discussed.
- Publication:
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Journal of Atmospheric and Terrestrial Physics
- Pub Date:
- October 1977
- DOI:
- 10.1016/0021-9169(77)90017-4
- Bibcode:
- 1977JATP...39.1087B
- Keywords:
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- Atmospheric Physics;
- E Region;
- Equatorial Electrojet;
- Ionospheric Disturbances;
- Plasma Dynamics;
- Wind Variations;
- Diurnal Variations;
- Ion Acoustic Waves;
- Ionospheric Currents;
- Radar Tracking;
- Geophysics