Measurements and Applications
The aurora intensity and form reflect the geomagnetic activity, dynamic feature of high-energy particles in the polar region, and coupling of solar wind with ionosphere.
Full Name
Wide-field Auroral Imager-2
Status
Operational
Instrument Agencies
Maturity
Instrument Type
Space environment
Geometry
Whisk-broom scanning
Instrument Technology
Space environment monitor
Sampling
Imaging
Data Access
Open Access
Data Format
L-1 data: HDF 5.0
Resolution
10km at nadir
[Best Resolution: 10000m]
Swath
130°(along-track) × 130°(cross-track)
Accuracy
On-board radiation calibration accuracy <15%
Waveband
140-160nm，160-180nm