James Van Allen

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Also known as: James Alfred Van Allen · James Van Allen · J. A. Van Allen

Summary

Van Allen’s team developed the scientific experiment carried by Explorer 1. Explorer 1’s investigation of radiation around Earth contributed to International Geophysical Year research.

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Geophysical research context
Explorer 1’s investigation of radiation around Earth contributed to International Geophysical Year research.
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Designed satellite experiment
Van Allen’s team developed the scientific experiment carried by Explorer 1.
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