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IET SEYP - Geomagnetic Storms

Lecture

Dr. Ciarán Beggan, geophysicist at the British Geological Survey in Edinburgh, explains the mechanisms by which the magnetic fields of the Sun and Earth interact and how currents are generated which flow into the power network. Other impacts include interference with GPS and satellite systems with implications for timing and navigation services.

Speaker(s)

Dr Ciaran Beggan

Date & Time

  • 01 June 2011

  • Please come along at 1800 to join us for some food and to say hello before the event starts at 1830.

    Doors open at 1800 for an 1830 start.  

    The talk and questions are scheduled to run till 2000.

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    Organiser

    • South East Scotland Younger Professionals

    About this event

    As well as light and heat, the Sun and the Earth are linked by their magnetic fields. Occasional large eruptions on the Sun's surface - known as coronal mass ejections - release powerful magnetic fields which can interact with the Earth and cause damage to the electrical power grids, particularly at high latitudes such as the UK. How is this possible and how can we identify and prevent potential damage to infrastructure?

    Cost

    Free event, snacks and drinks will be provided.


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