Empirical modelling of GIC's in southern Africa

Project Description:

Geomagnetically induced currents (GIC’s) are a significant concern arising from space weather events, impacting critical infrastructure such as power grids, pipelines, and railway systems. Understanding and mitigating these impacts require comprehensive measurement and hazard assessment. The goal of this project is to develop South Africa's first empirical model of GIC by analysing data recorded at a Magneto-Telluric (MT) station in central South Africa. Utilizing the Dual Magnetometer Method (DMM), the project aims to calculate GICs under a major ESKOM power line during geomagnetic storms.

Research Area:

Space Physics

Project Level:

Masters

This Project Is Offered At The Following Node(s):

(UKZN)