NASA NTRS · 19750038681
The reconnecting magnetosphere
Abstract
The terms closed and open magnetosphere are defined. It appears that some kind of open model is effective during dynamically active periods. The conditions of the closed magnetosphere can possibly prevail during quiet periods. The steady-state open magnetosphere is discussed along with nonsteady effects, field reconnection geometries, and limits on reconnection. The magnetopause structure is examined and attention is given to steady and nonsteady magnetospheric convection.
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Sonnerup, B. U. O.. 1974-01-01. The reconnecting magnetosphere. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19750038681
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