Dongsuk Han
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Dongsuk Han is a space physicist whose research focuses on the impact of solar activity on space communications and human spaceflight. His key work examines how interplanetary coronal mass ejections (ICMEs) directed toward Earth affect S-band signal links—a critical concern for deep-space missions. In his most cited paper (2011), Han analyzed the effects of earthward-directed ICMEs on near-Earth S-band communications, providing essential data for mission planning as NASA prepares for crewed missions to the Moon, near-Earth asteroids, and ultimately Mars. This research bridges solar-terrestrial physics and practical aerospace engineering, offering insights into how space weather can disrupt telemetry, command, and data transmission during critical mission phases. Though his citation count is modest, Han’s contributions are foundational for understanding the operational risks posed by solar events to human exploration beyond low Earth orbit. His work is particularly relevant as space agencies develop communication architectures for the Artemis program and future interplanetary voyages, making him a key figure in the intersection of space weather research and human spaceflight safety.
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