ISEE-1: Linearly Interpolated 60-Second Solar Wind Magnetic Field Measurements

Processed solar wind magnetic field data from the ISEE-1 spacecraft, linearly interpolated to a 60-second resolution. The dataset was constructed by Dr. J.M. Weygand for Prof. R.L. McPherron's NSF-funded studies on solar wind interactions. It was primarily used for superposed epoch and cross-correlation analyses in space weather research.

Use Cases

• Conduct superposed epoch studies based on the processed solar wind data mentioned in the description
• Perform cross-correlation analyses on solar wind parameters based on the dataset's stated purpose
• Model magnetospheric responses to solar wind variations based on tri-axial magnetic field measurements
• Validate space weather prediction algorithms based on interpolated, minute-resolution satellite data

Strengths

• Data is processed and linearly interpolated to a consistent 60-second resolution, facilitating time-series analysis
• Originates from a NASA mission and was constructed for NSF-funded research (GEM Grant ATM 02-1798, Space Weather Grant ATM 02-08501)
• Specifically formatted for use in established analytical methods like superposed epoch and cross-correlation studies

Limitations

• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download
• Row count, file formats, and sample data are unknown, which may limit suitability assessment
• Description metadata is limited; actual data quality requires manual inspection after download

Provenance

Source

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Collection Method

Tri-axial fluxgate magnetometer measurements from the ISEE-1 spacecraft, processed and linearly interpolated to 1-minute resolution using MATLAB's interp1.m function.

Time Range

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Freshness

Last updated 2026-03-13 13:42:14.627175; freshness should be verified

Geography

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