Physical models for solar cycle predictions

P Bhowmik, J Jiang, L Upton, A Lemerle… - Space Science …, 2023 - Springer
The dynamic activity of stars such as the Sun influences (exo) planetary space environments
through modulation of stellar radiation, plasma wind, particle and magnetic fluxes. Energetic …

Observationally guided models for the solar dynamo and the role of the surface field

RH Cameron, M Schüssler - Space Science Reviews, 2023 - Springer
Theoretical models for the solar dynamo range from simple low-dimensional “toy models” to
complex 3D-MHD simulations. Here we mainly discuss appproaches that are motivated and …

Solar cycle observations

A Norton, R Howe, L Upton, I Usoskin - Space Science Reviews, 2023 - Springer
We describe the defining observations of the solar cycle that provide constraints for the
dynamo processes operating within the Sun. Specifically, we report on the following topics …

The solar dynamo begins near the surface

GM Vasil, D Lecoanet, K Augustson, KJ Burns, JS Oishi… - Nature, 2024 - nature.com
The magnetic dynamo cycle of the Sun features a distinct pattern: a propagating region of
sunspot emergence appears around 30° latitude and vanishes near the equator every 11 …

Assessing the Observability of Deep Meridional Flow Cells in the Solar Interior

JR Fuentes, BW Hindman, J Zhao… - The Astrophysical …, 2024 - iopscience.iop.org
Meridional circulation regulates the Sun's interior dynamics and magnetism. While it is well
accepted that meridional flows are poleward at the Sun's surface, helioseismic observations …

Information-theory-based System-level Babcock–Leighton Flux Transport Model–Data Comparisons

S Wing, JR Johnson, M Dikpati… - The Astrophysical …, 2024 - iopscience.iop.org
Abstract System-level Babcock–Leighton flux transport model–data comparisons are
performed using information theory. The model is run with a maximum meridional flow …

Photospheric velocities measured at Mt. Wilson show rotational and poleward velocity deviations compose the torsional oscillations

RK Ulrich, T Tran, JE Boyden - Solar Physics, 2023 - Springer
The methods for reducing the observations from the 150-foot tower telescope on Mt. Wilson
are reviewed, and a new method for determining the poleward and rotational velocity …

Assessing the Performance of the ADAPT and AFT Flux Transport Models Using In Situ Measurements from Multiple Satellites

KJ Knizhnik, MJ Weberg, E Provornikova… - The Astrophysical …, 2024 - iopscience.iop.org
Abstract The launches of Parker Solar Probe (Parker) and Solar Orbiter (SolO) are enabling
a new era of solar wind studies that track the solar wind from its origin at the photosphere …

The Sun's Large-Scale Flows I: Measurements of Differential Rotation & Torsional Oscillation

SS Mahajan, LA Upton, HM Antia, S Basu, ML DeRosa… - Solar Physics, 2024 - Springer
We have developed a comprehensive catalog of the variable differential rotation measured
near the solar photosphere. This catalog includes measurements of these flows obtained …

A solar cycle clock for extreme space weather

SC Chapman, T Dudok de Wit - Scientific Reports, 2024 - nature.com
The variable solar cycle of activity is a long-standing problem in physics. It modulates the
overall level of space weather activity at earth, which in turn can have significant societal …