Continuous Dual‑View Solar Forecasting

Updated: 2026.01.15 13D ago 1 sources
Combine near‑side Earth observatories with far‑side assets like ESA’s Solar Orbiter to produce continuous, multi‑month records of active solar regions so researchers can measure lifecycle patterns (formation, complexity growth, flaring, decay) and translate them into operational, probabilistic storm forecasts. — If operationalized, this reduces surprise space‑weather events and enables concrete civil‑defense steps for satellites, aviation, and electric grids—shifting preparedness from ad hoc to scheduled, data‑driven interventions.

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The First Observation of the Fiery Lifecycle of a Massive Solar Storm
Jake Currie 2026.01.15 100% relevant
The article cites Harra and Kontogiannis using Solar Orbiter plus Earth vantage data to observe a single active region for 94 days (Astronomy & Astrophysics), demonstrating the feasibility and value of continuous dual‑view monitoring.
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