Chinese-European mission to reveal shape of Earth’s magnetic shield
Science Magazine • 5/15/2026
Summary
A Chinese-European mission, known as the SMILE orbiter, will utilize x-rays to map the effects of solar wind on the Earth's magnetosphere. The mission aims to reveal the shape of the Earth's magnetic shield.
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