NASA | Spacecraft Track Solar Storms From Sun To Earth

NASA's STEREO spacecraft has solved a long-standing mystery about coronal mass ejections (CMEs) by using advanced data processing techniques. These techniques allow scientists to track CMEs from the Sun to Earth, providing insights into their impact on Earth's systems. STEREO's unique positioning enables a comprehensive view of CMEs, overcoming previous observational challenges. This advancement helps predict CME impacts and understand their transformation during transit.

What advancements allowed scientists to better track CMEs and their impact on Earth?

In what ways can the new ability to observe CMEs improve our understanding of space weather?