Machine Learning COFFIES “Hears” Sunspots Before We Can See Them
A new AI model called COFFIES is enabling early detection of solar eruptions, potentially safeguarding global communication and power infrastructure.
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The story of the COFFIES AI model detecting solar eruptions quieted after a day of coverage. Reports indicated that the model could predict solar storms and trace magnetic energy build-up, with NASA and other institutions highlighting its potential to improve space weather forecasts.
Epilogue added 62d ago, after coverage quieted.
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- Primary Driver: A new AI model called COFFIES is enabling early detection of solar eruptions, potentially safeguarding global communication and power infrastructure.
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Global power grid operators and satellite communication providers gain an improved buffer against disruptive solar weather. By identifying precursors to solar storms, this technology aims to provide lead time for critical infrastructure to mitigate the impact of coronal mass ejections (CMEs).
The system functions by tracing the accumulation of magnetic energy on the Sun. Technically, the model utilizes a 3D framework to analyze magnetic energy build-up.
The integration of this system into operational space weather forecasting is the primary focus. Coverage does not yet specify the timeline for full-scale deployment or the specific threshold of precision required for the model to trigger automated alerts across global networks.
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What is COFFIES?
COFFIES is an AI-driven computer model developed by NASA and research partners to detect magnetic energy build-ups on the Sun.
How much warning does the model provide?
The model is capable of predicting solar storms 12 hours before they appear on the Sun's surface.
What does the model track?
It tracks the accumulation of magnetic energy and identifies hidden signs of solar eruptions, often described as 'hearing' sunspots.
Sources (10)
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AI Is Learning to Spot the Sun’s Warning Signs Hours EarlierWIRED Middle East · 65d ago
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New computer model can help trace magnetic energy builds up & forecast impact of resulting CMEsDepartment of Science & Technology (DST) · 65d ago
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IIA researchers develop 3D model to forecast arrival of Coronal Mass EjectionsThe Hindu · 65d ago
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New AI Model Detects Hidden Signs of Solar Eruptions Hours Before They EmergeNJIT News · 65d ago
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NASA’s COFFIES Uses AI to Predict Storm-Causing Active Regions on SunNASA Science (.gov) · 65d ago
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Machine Learning COFFIES “Hears” Sunspots Before We Can See ThemHackaday · 65d ago
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