Energetic Neutral Atoms May Help Map Uranus's Odd Magnetic Environment

Energetic neutral atoms may help map Uranus's odd magnetic environment

Sending a spacecraft to the underexplored planet Uranus is at the top of many planetary scientists' wish lists. But which spacecraft-mounted instruments would be most useful for answering questions about the mysterious ice giant?

The Speedy Particles That Could Help Us Learn More About Uranus

Source: Journal of Geophysical Research: Space Physics Sending a spacecraft to the underexplored planet Uranus is at the top of many planetary scientists’ wish lists. But which spacecraft-mounted instruments would be the most useful for answering questions about the mysterious ice giant? Several missions to other parts of the solar system have included an instrument that detects energetic neutral atoms (ENAs) zipping through space. An ENA is cre…