NASA’s Magnetospheric Multiscale Mission

Explore the groundbreaking Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) mission in this 31-minute press workshop from AGU's Fall Meeting 2015. Delve into the challenges of developing four identical spacecraft that fly in increasingly tight formations to study the microphysics of Earth's space environment. Learn about the mission's focus on magnetic reconnection, a dynamic phenomenon where magnetic fields converge and release explosive energy. Discover how MMS provides unprecedented 3D views of this process at 30 images per second. Hear from a panel of MMS team members as they discuss early results, explain the interaction between the sun's and Earth's magnetic fields during reconnection, and highlight the importance of using four ultra-high resolution spacecraft in formation. Gain insights from experts including Jim Burch, Michael Hesse, Katherine Goodrich, and Ian Cohen as they prepare to share groundbreaking findings expected in 2016.