Author: Jim Lynch
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Part 2: Testing: Simulating the sun on Earth
A key component of Justin Kasper’s sensory equipment, Parker’s Faraday cup, had to be shown capable of withstanding the heat and light of the journey to the sun. To test it, researchers had to create something new – a homemade sun simulator.
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Part 1: Why we need an early-warning system for solar ejections
When strong magnetic fields crop up along the surface of the Sun cause the atmosphere above to twist, the buildup of magnetic energy leads to a sudden release, called a solar flare. When that energy reaches Earth, it has the capacity to wreak havoc.
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Europa’s ocean: New evidence from an old mission
An image from Hubble and data from Galileo support the theory that this moon is home to global body of water.
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International Antarctic glacier study focuses on sea level changes
Bi-national study involving UM researcher will aid predictive models.
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Recreating supernova reaction yields new insights for fusion energy
Our pursuit of fusion needs a heat-check
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Key Parker Solar Probe sensor bests sun simulator—last launch hurdle
With old IMAX projector bulbs, Michigan Engineers simulate the sun.
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Benton Harbor partners with U-M researchers to bolster public transit
Surveys and electronic tracking will help boost transit efforts to connect residents with jobs.
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Roads and bridges would last longer, save money with new concrete formula
U-M researchers to offer non-proprietary concrete formula free of charge.
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3D-printing gets a turbo boost from U-M technology
Algorithm allows 3-D printers to “read ahead” of their programming to boost speeds.
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Floodproofing cities: $1.8M for smart stormwater project
Arming infrastructure with smart tech could limit flood damage.