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[PEM13-14] Average Profiles of Outer Radiation Belt Electron Flux and Related Plasma Parameters During Magnetic Storms: Insights from Arase Observations and Simulations
キーワード:あらせ衛星、内部磁気圏、放射線帯、波動粒子相互作用
The Arase satellite has successfully observed the inner magnetosphere for over eight years, providing continuous data on a wide range of electron energy and various plasma waves. We conducted a superposed epoch analysis of electrons at different energies, including source and seed populations, as well as plasma density and plasma waves. The result was sorted as a function of L-shell, magnetic local time (MLT), and storm phase to identify the average variations in these key parameters that contribute to the acceleration of relativistic electrons in the outer radiation belt. The results are consistent with the concept of cross-energy coupling, in which wave-particle interactions play a crucial role. In particular, prolonged substorm activities that drive continuous chorus waves through hot electron flux enhancements are essential for the buildup of relativistic electrons via wave-particle interactions. We also compare these findings with data-driven simulations of the evolution of the electron energy spectrum to discuss potential acceleration mechanisms.
