Falcon 9 launches NASA TRACERS space science mission

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SpaceX launched twin NASA satellites called TRACERS on Wednesday to study how the solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetic field, causing “space weather” that can disrupt satellites, power grids, and communications. The TRACERS satellites, built by Boeing, will fly in tandem to better understand how solar energy affects Earth’s magnetosphere, which protects the planet from harmful space radiation. Alongside TRACERS, five other small satellites were deployed to test new space communication technologies, measure Earth’s radiation budget, and study high-energy electrons in the Van Allen radiation belts that can damage satellites. The mission launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base after a one-day delay due to a power outage, Space Flight Now has reported. This launch advances research to protect critical space and ground-based systems from solar activity. read more: 👍 Like this video to support cutting-edge science protecting Earth from dangerous space weather. 💬 Comment below—Should we invest more in space weather defense as our tech becomes more satellite-dependent? 🔗 Share this video to help others understand why solar storms are more than just beautiful auroras. 💰 Want to support the channel? You can donate directly by hitting the YouTube Thanks button. Your support helps us keep explaining vital missions like this one. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more space updates and science deep dives. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. Links for B.C. Visit My Website Follow Me On Facebook Subscribe To My Patreon Watch Me On YouTube Follow Me On Twitter Watch Me On Rumble Follow Me On Gab Follow Me On Truth Social Follow Me On BlueSky Watch Me On TikTok #TRACERS #SpaceWeather #SpaceXLaunch