Browsing Earth and Space Sciences by Author "Winglee, Robert M"
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Cratering Characteristics of the Europa Kinetic Ice Penetrator
Danner, MariahThis thesis further develops the Europa Kinetic Ice Penetrator (EKIP) landing technique for airless bodies, as well as characterizes the effect EKIP would have on Europa’s surface. Damage to the extremophile Planococcus ... -
Planetary Penetrators for Sample Return Missions
Truitt, ChadUniversity of Washington Abstract Planetary Penetrators for Sample Return Missions Chad A. Truitt Chair of the Supervisory Committee: Professor Robert M. Winglee Earth and Space Sciences Sample return missions offer a ... -
The Plasma Physics Processes that Drive Ring Current Enhancements during Geomagnetic Storms and Substorms
Cash, Michele (2012-09-13)Geomagnetic storms result when energetic particles of solar and ionospheric origin fill Earth's inner magnetosphere and create a strong westward current, known as the ring current. This dissertation presents results from ...