A Global Radio Remote Sensing Network for Observing Space Weather Dynamics

TL;DR

This paper advocates for a global network of radio sensors to improve observation and prediction of space weather dynamics, addressing current sampling limitations in near-Earth space.

Contribution

It proposes a comprehensive plan for establishing a dense, worldwide radio sensing network to enhance space weather monitoring over the next three decades.

Findings

Identifies current sampling deficiencies in space weather observation.

Outlines a strategic plan for deploying a global radio sensing network.

Highlights potential improvements in space weather prediction accuracy.

Abstract

Our current sampling of the near-Earth space environment is wholly insufficient to measure the highly variable processes therein and make predictions on par with lower atmospheric weather. We sketch out the scientific rationale for a network of radio instruments delivering dense observations of the near-Earth space environment and the broad steps necessary to implement wide-scale coverage in the next 30 years.