NOAAs Compact Coronagraph (CCOR) developed by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory is revolutionizing space weather forecasting with its cutting-edge technology. This small yet powerful telescope creates an artificial eclipse of the Sun, allowing scientists to observe the solar corona and track coronal mass ejections (CMEs)—massive bubbles of plasma that can disrupt Earth's technological infrastructure. CMEs pose significant threats to GPS navigation, civil aviation, and power grids, making timely and accurate forecasting essential. The CCOR, with its compact design and superior optical performance, is a game-changer, offering enhanced observational capabilities that surpass its predecessors.
Launched in collaboration with NASA, CCOR...
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s (NRL) Compact Coronagraph (CCOR) instrument has successfully collected its first images of coronal mass ejections (CMEs).
