Cluster survey of the mid-altitude cusp: 1. size, location, and dynamics

We present a statistical study of four years of Cluster crossings of the mid-altitude cusp. In this first part of the study, we start by introducing the method we have used a) to define the cusp properties, b) to sort the interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) conditions or behaviors into classes,...

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Main Authors: F. Pitout, C. P. Escoubet, B. Klecker, H. Rème
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2006-11-01
Series:Annales Geophysicae
Online Access:https://www.ann-geophys.net/24/3011/2006/angeo-24-3011-2006.pdf