CEDAR: Dynamics and Composition of Intermediate Plasma Layers in the Lower Thermosphere

该提案要求提供支持，以研究中间层的组成和动态。PI将使用非相干散射雷达、光学技术和高频雷达探测仪测量这些层。将对两种相对的中间层模型进行评估，以确定其组成。其次，PI将重点放在潮汐控制层的低海拔界限上。这项研究的目的是通过更好地了解电离源和对下行等离子体层的潮汐控制，提高模拟电离层E和F区之间的谷区的能力。

This proposal requests support to study the composition and dynamics of intermediate layers. The PIs will measure these layers using incoherent scatter radar, optical techniques, and HF Radar sounders. Two opposing models of intermediate layers will be evaluated to determine their composition. Secondly, the PIs will focus on the tidal control of the low-altitude limit of the layer. The study's aim is to increase capability in modeling the valley region between E and F regions in the ionosphere through a greater understanding of ionization sources and tidal control of the descending plasma layers.