16 September 2020
The Sun enters a new cycle and will reach a peak in 2025
... and it can take months to declare the start of a new solar cycle, NASA said. “As we emerge from solar minimum and approach Cycle 25’s maximum, it is important to remember solar activity never stops; it changes form as the pendulum swings,” said Lika...
October 2018
Radiation study paves way for safe deep space exploration
... storms occur intermittently and can last for hours to days. They are more likely during times of maximum solar activity but are ultimately unpredictable. Current detection methods allow for warning space crews in advance by about an hour...