India’s Aditya-L1 solar observatory has given new and important insights into a powerful solar storm that hit Earth in October 2024. The observatory revealed how the storm’s turbulent core impacted and disturbed the planet’s magnetic field, causing significant effects on Earth.
A study by ISRO scientists, published in the Astrophysical Journal, combined data from Aditya-L1 with international observations to better understand how the storm caused such damage. The research shows the complex mechanics of the solar storm and how it interacted with Earth’s magnetic defenses.
The findings highlight the important role of Aditya-L1 in predicting and studying space weather, especially as solar activity is increasing. The mission’s observations can help scientists and authorities prepare for future solar storms, which can affect satellites, power grids, and communication systems on Earth.
Overall, Aditya-L1’s data is proving to be critical for understanding and forecasting solar storms, marking a major achievement for India’s space research efforts.