Focused Space Weather Strategy for Securing Earth, and Human Exploration of the Moon and Mars

TL;DR

This paper proposes a comprehensive space weather strategy to improve solar radiation and geomagnetic storm forecasting, crucial for Earth safety and human exploration of the Moon and Mars, by identifying observational gaps and suggesting orbital solutions.

Contribution

It defines the Solar Radiation Hemisphere, identifies observational gaps, and proposes orbital strategies to enhance space weather forecasting for planetary protection and exploration.

Findings

Identification of key observational gaps in solar radiation monitoring

Proposal of orbital solutions for improved geomagnetic storm forecasting

Strategic placement of radiation observations for Mars exploration

Abstract

This white paper recognizes gaps in observations that will, when addressed, much improve solar radiation hazard and geomagnetic storm forecasting. Radiation forecasting depends on observations of the entire "Solar Radiation Hemisphere" that we will define. Mars exploration needs strategic placement of radiation-relevant observations. We also suggest an orbital solution that will improve geomagnetic storm forecasting through improved in situ and solar/heliospheric remote sensing.