Shortwave Fadeout Monitoring System
NASA-Funded Research Platform for Space Weather Monitoring
Next-Generation Real-Time Detection and Analysis Platform
Project Overview
This platform provides comprehensive space weather monitoring through two integrated research applications: a Solar X-Ray Irradiance Monitor for tracking solar flare activity and a Shortwave Fadeout (SWF) Monitor for analyzing ionospheric disturbances. Both monitoring systems feature complete archival data access and real-time detection capabilities, enabling researchers to analyze historical patterns and monitor current space weather conditions. The system builds upon established scientific methodologies while incorporating modern computational frameworks to provide superior analytical capabilities for government agencies and research institutions. Users can access each monitoring application by scrolling down to the Research Applications section or using the SWF navigation links in the sidebar.
NASA Funding Information
Grant Program: NNH19ZDA001N-SWO2R
Award Number: 80NSSC20K1380
Research & Development
Original Research Platform
Primary Reference:
Original Contributor
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Designed the foundational SWF detection algorithms and developed the original monitoring service architecture that forms the scientific basis for this enhanced platform.
Lead Developer
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering
Improved the original algorithm, optimized data processing, and enhanced rendering processes using modern web development programming skills.
Faculty Supervisor
Dr. J. Michael Ruohoniemi
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Virginia Tech SuperDARN Faculty
Research Applications
Solar X-Ray Irradiance Monitor
Real-time monitoring and analysis of solar X-ray irradiance patterns with automated flare event detection and classification systems.
Shortwave Fadeout Monitor
Advanced analysis of Shortwave Fadeout events by integrating withSuperDARN radars echo counts data for detection and characterization of ionospheric shortwave fadeout events.