'We must replace this capability now': New NOAA satellite to replace aging space weather sentinels launches Sept. 23

On Sept. 23, a spacecraft will launch with a clear mission — to keep a constant watch on the sun to help protect Earth from space weather. The satellite, Space Weather Follow-On L1 (SWFO-L1), is launching just in time, as scientists warn our aging fleet of solar sentinels is reaching the end of its life. More

(Source: Space.com - Sep 20)