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Hermean Magnetosphere-Solar Wind Interaction
Authors:M Fujimoto  W Baumjohann  K Kabin  R Nakamura  J A Slavin  N Terada  L Zelenyi
Institution:(1) Institute of Space and Astronautical Science, Sagamihara, Japan;(2) Space Research Institute, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Graz, Austria;(3) University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada;(4) Goddard Space Flight Center, NASA, Greenbelt, MD, USA;(5) NiCT, Koganei, Japan;(6) Space Research Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia
Abstract:The small intrinsic magnetic field of Mercury together with its proximity to the Sun makes the Hermean magnetosphere unique in the context of comparative magnetosphere study. The basic framework of the Hermean magnetosphere is believed to be the same as that of Earth. However, there exist various differences which cause new and exciting effects not present at Earth to appear. These new effects may force a substantial correction of our naïve predictions concerning the magnetosphere of Mercury. Here, we outline the predictions based on our experience at Earth and what effects can drastically change this picture. The basic structure of the magnetosphere is likely to be understood by scaling the Earth’s case but its dynamic aspect is likely modified significantly by the smallness of the Hermean magnetosphere and the substantial presence of heavy ions coming from the planet’s surface.
Keywords:Mercury  Magnetosphere  Substorm  Solar wind
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