Space Weather Impact on Telecommunications
Mr. Hildner and others briefed reporters on the impact of the cycle of sunspot activity on telecommunications performance. He warned that th… read more
Mr. Hildner and others briefed reporters on the impact of the cycle of sunspot activity on telecommunications performance. He warned that the cycles occur about every eleven years and each is usually stronger than the previous one. The impact on daily life will increase because of growing dependence on technology. Problems can occur in power distribution companies, radio communication, navigation systems and others. close
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- Bill Feero President Electric Research and Management
- Patricia Mulligan Official National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration->Environmental Satellite Data Service
- Jud Stailey Coordinator National Space Weather Program
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