cosmic ray
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New work from astrophysicists at Michigan State University may help resolve a scientific question that has lingered for more than a century: where do galactic cosmic rays come from?
From Science Daily
Other theories propose that cosmic rays start the process because the charged particles they produce accelerate within existing electric fields.
From Science Daily
Understanding the full picture requires precise measurements of the energy spectra of different cosmic ray species and their individual "knees."
From Science Daily
But when the Cold War propelled the U.S. to seek technological dominance on Earth and beyond, it was JPL that developed the U.S.’ first successful satellite, Explorer 1, designed to study cosmic rays.
From Los Angeles Times
Since extreme temperatures and cosmic rays break down rubber or turn it to a brittle glass, metal alloys and high-performance plastic are chief contenders for airless space tyres.
From BBC
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