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Abstract
We summarize the theory and modeling efforts for the STEREO mission, which will be used to interpret the data of both the remote-sensing (SECCHI, SWAVES) and in-situ instruments (IMPACT, PLASTIC). The modeling includes the coronal plasma, in both open and closed magnetic structures, and the solar wind and its expansion outwards from the Sun, which defines the heliosphere. Particular emphasis is given to modeling of dynamic phenomena associated with the initiation and propagation of coronal mass ejections (CMEs). The modeling of the CME initiation includes magnetic shearing, kink instability, filament eruption, and magnetic reconnection in the flaring lower corona. The modeling of CME propagation entails interplanetary shocks, interplanetary particle beams, solar energetic particles (SEPs), geoeffective connections, and space weather. This review describes mostly existing models of groups that have committed their work to the STEREO mission, but is by no means exhaustive or comprehensive regarding alternative theoretical approaches.
Publication Date
11-1-2006
Journal Title
Space Science Reviews
Publisher
Springer
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Article
Recommended Citation
Aschwanden, M.J., Burlaga, L.F., Kaiser, M.L. et al. Theoretical modeling for the stereo mission. Space Sci Rev 136, 565–604 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11214-006-9027-8
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This is an article published by Springer in Space Science Reviews in 2008, available online: https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11214-006-9027-8