Morning,
As you know, what is called "space weather" can have significant impacts on power grids, communications, etc. I came across what is so far an interesting book on the economic consequences.
http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=12507
Note you can download a full PDF of the book for free. About 14 megs. Somewhat related to our hobby, and an interesting way to spend a cold evening.
Alan WA4SCA
In reference to "space weather" topic, as mentioned below:
There is also an interesting course offered by MetEd (Meteorology Education and Training) on the subject of "SPACE WEATHER BASICS." Search MetEd, or the main webpage is http://www.meted.ucar.edu/ Space Weather is closely related to our world of Amateur Radio and Communications.
73, Charlie, N5TD
----- Original Message ----- From: "Alan P. Biddle" APBIDDLE@UNITED.NET To: "AMSAT-BB" amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2009 7:18 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Space Weather Effects
Morning,
As you know, what is called "space weather" can have significant impacts on power grids, communications, etc. I came across what is so far an interesting book on the economic consequences.
http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=12507
Note you can download a full PDF of the book for free. About 14 megs. Somewhat related to our hobby, and an interesting way to spend a cold evening.
Alan WA4SCA
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