A trap/precipitation model that suggested that the flux asymmetry of hard X-ray footpoints in flaring loops would be caused by a magnetic asymmetry. Exploring an old model with new data. Read More
We discuss the effects of radiation damage on the RHESSI detectors and the steps
currently being taken to fix them. Read More
Highly significant detection of solar neutrons 2006-08-14 • submitted by Kyoko Watanabe
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A global network of solar neutron monitors observed a large solar neutron event caused by the hugely energetic X17 flare of 2005 September 7. We report on this solar neutron event and describe some on-going analysis. Read More
Thunderstruck 2006-07-31 • submitted by David Smith
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Terrestrial gamma-ray flashes are very brief bursts of gamma radiation coming upwards from the Earth's atmosphere.
RHESSI electrifies us by identifying these mysterious events with lightning bolts. Read More