NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) 19900004838: An implementation plan for priorities in solar-system space physics

by: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Publication date: 1985-01-01

Collection: NASA_NTRS_Archive; additional_collections

Language: English

The scientific objectives and implementation plans and priorities of the Space Science Board in areas of solar physics, heliospheric physics, magnetospheric physics, upper atmosphere physics, solar-terrestrial coupling, and comparative planetary studies are discussed and recommended programs are summarized. Accomplishments of Skylab, Solar Maximum Mission, Nimbus-7, and 11 other programs are highlighted. Detailed mission plans in areas of solar and heliospheric physics, plasma physics, and upper atmospheric physics are also described.