NASA NTRS · 19890057111
Plasma tail evolution in Comet P/Halley 1985-1986
Abstract
Plasma tail phenomena in comet P/Halley from mid-November, 1985 to mid-June, 1986, are examined, using data from the International Halley Watch. The evolution of the plasma tail is discussed, focusing on the turn-on/turn-off of plasma tail activity, and observations of disconnection events. The interaction between the comet tail and the solar wind is considered. Also, predictions are made of the turn-on/turn-off distances and of the association of disconnection events with the proposed solar-wind causes.
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Brandt, J. C., Niedner, M. B., Jr.. 1989-01-01. Plasma tail evolution in Comet P/Halley 1985-1986. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19890057111
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