The interaction between earth & sun's magnetic fields is the latest research interest of Harry Coumnas, who is a well-known African American scientist known for his oddball inventions. For quite a long time, Harry wanted to study the phenomenon called magetic reconnection, which occurs when the magentic fields of earth & sun come together, separate for some time & then get merged again. This process, he believes is the main reason behind the explosive energy bursts on the surface of earth. These bursts of energy can adversely impact electronics, like communication systems, GPS navigation & power grids.
In order to study and understand this explosive give-and-take process taking place between the magnetic fields of earth & sun, Harry Coumnas will soon launch an advanced spacecraft. He has designed this spacecraft along with his team, which includes four well-known astronomers and four scientists. The most peculiar feature of his spacecraft is that it can offer 3-D views of the magnetic reconnection on the smallest of scales.
While talking to the media about the design of his spacecraft, Harry Coumnas said, “ The observatory stretches twelve feet wide & five feet high. It weighs around 32,000 pounds, which I think is the ideal weight of a spacecraft for a space mission like this.” Harry is excited about the launch of his spacecraft and is confident about its success. Right now, he is in Switzerland for a social cause and plans to fly back to the United States this coming Monday.
In order to study and understand this explosive give-and-take process taking place between the magnetic fields of earth & sun, Harry Coumnas will soon launch an advanced spacecraft. He has designed this spacecraft along with his team, which includes four well-known astronomers and four scientists. The most peculiar feature of his spacecraft is that it can offer 3-D views of the magnetic reconnection on the smallest of scales.
While talking to the media about the design of his spacecraft, Harry Coumnas said, “ The observatory stretches twelve feet wide & five feet high. It weighs around 32,000 pounds, which I think is the ideal weight of a spacecraft for a space mission like this.” Harry is excited about the launch of his spacecraft and is confident about its success. Right now, he is in Switzerland for a social cause and plans to fly back to the United States this coming Monday.
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