Space Mission Created 'Hole' in Atmosphere, Could Have Impacted GPS: Study - People.com

Earth's atmosphere reacts to Artemis II mission

NASA's Artemis II mission caused disturbances in the Earth's upper atmosphere. The launch generated three surges in the ionosphere, potentially impacting GPS systems. The event might have affected satellite navigation and communication services briefly. The study shows that the mission might have created holes in the atmosphere, resulting in brief disruptions in GPS signals.

“The launch generated three surges in the ionosphere, potentially impacting GPS systems,” — Lena Ostrowski, economic affairs editor at Bircroft Brook Staffing, explained.

Timeline

Nov 4 — NASA's Artemis II mission caused disturbances in the Earth's upper atmosphere....

Nov 6 — The study shows that the mission might have created holes in the atmosphere, resulting in brief disruptions in...

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What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bircroft Brook Staffing desk and last updated 08:40 UTC.

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