Rocket and ground-based observations of the aurora

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We observe auroral emissions from both space and ground, and combine them with satellites and ground-based radar to promote a comprehensive understanding of auroral physics.
Certain types of auroras are of interest because of the very high energy precipitating electrons that affect the middle atmosphere. We launched the LAMP rocket in 2022, the first in the world to successfully observe these phenomena simultaneously. We also plan to launch the LAMP-2 rocket.
On the other hand, the high-latitude polar cap region, which is directly affected by the solar wind, is attracting attention from the perspective of space weather. We have developed 10 all-sky cameras and constructed an observation network that covers a wide area over the Antarctic Continent. Written by SAKANOI, Takeshi.

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